Algeria, World Cup and Jordan
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Algeria has scored off two corner kicks in the second half to rally for a 2-1 win over Jordan and bolster its chances of advancing to the knockout round of the World Cup.
A tight and tactical affair unfolded that allowed Algeria to keep its hopes of reaching of World Cup knockout rounds alive.
Algeria knocked off Jordan, 2-1, to keep alive hopes of advancing to the knockout rounds of the 2026 World Cup when the two squared off Monday night.
Algeria came from behind to claim a 2-1 victory against Jordan and eliminate the debutants from the World Cup on Monday. Jordan were hopeful to win their first-ever World Cup match after they took the lead in the 36th minute.
George Avelar and his daughter Lily, 4 of San Jose, celebrate with other fans before the FIFA World Cup match between Jordan and Algeria at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., on Monday, June 22, 2026. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
