What time does Jordan vs Algeria kick off?
Jordan vs Algeria lineups
Starting XI
Substitutes
Manager
- J. Sellami
- V. Petkovic
Jordan vs Algeria will be broadcast live in the United States on FS1 and Telemundo. Both channels are available to live stream via Fubo, who offer new customers a free 5 day trial of their service.
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North American Kick-Off Times
Based on your local timezone in Dubai (GST), the game kicks off on Tuesday, June 23 at 7:00 AM GST. For North American time zones, here is the breakdown:
Time Zone | Kick-off Time (Monday, June 22) |
Pacific Time (PT) | 8:00 PM |
Mountain Time (MT) | 9:00 PM |
Central Time (CT) | 10:00 PM |
Eastern Time (ET) | 11:00 PM |
A more comprehensive list of the TV channels and live stream options needed to watch the game can be found below.
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Commentary
The confirmed commentary team for the Jordan vs. Algeria FS1 broadcast in the United States features Fox Sports' lead soccer broadcast duo:
- Play-by-Play Announcer: John Strong
- Match Analyst: Stu Holden
Context & Broadcast Details
John Strong and Stu Holden are calling this Group J match directly on-location from the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium (Levi's Stadium) in Santa Clara, California.
They also handled the broadcast for Algeria’s tournament opener against Argentina, making them highly familiar with the Desert Foxes' current tactical setup and form heading into this de facto elimination matchup.
Group J Standings
Having both lost their openers, this is a must-win situation for Jordan and Algeria. A second consecutive loss will make automatic qualification nearly impossible, leaving that team dependent on highly complex goal-difference math to sneak through as a third-place wildcard.
The Group J Winner will travel to Miami to face the Runner-up of Group H.
Group H's second spot is currently a tight race between Uruguay and Cabo Verde, who sit tied on 2 points with identical goal differences.
The Group J Runner-up will travel to Los Angeles to face the Winner of Group H.
Spain is heavily favored to win Group H, currently leading the pack with 4 points and a strong +4 goal difference. Avoiding a second-place finish in Group J is a major priority for both Argentina and Austria to dodge an early heavyweight clash against La Roja.
Should Jordan or Algeria bounce back to finish 3rd and rank among the eight best third-placed teams in the tournament, they will not face Group H. Instead, they will be slotted into a variable pathway against a dominant group winner from Group A, Group B, or Group C (such as Mexico or Brazil), depending on the final combination of qualifying wildcards.
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Jordan vs Algeria Match Preview
Jordan and Algeria meet at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium in Santa Clara in a Group J fixture at the 2026 FIFA World Cup that carries serious consequences for both sides.
Jordan arrive in California having lost all three of their warm-up friendlies and then falling to a 3-1 defeat against Austria in their tournament opener. Under coach Jamal Sellami, the Nashama have yet to find their footing on the world stage, and another loss here would effectively end their chances of progressing.
Algeria carry their own baggage into this game. Vladimir Petkovic's side were beaten 3-0 by Argentina in their opening match, a result that was followed by a formal complaint from the Algerian Football Federation to FIFA over refereeing decisions, with the federation contending that Lionel Messi and Alexis Mac Allister should have been dismissed during the contest.
Despite the off-field noise, Algeria showed encouraging signs in their pre-tournament preparation. A win over Bolivia and a victory against the Netherlands in friendly competition demonstrated that Petkovic has real quality available, with Riyad Mahrez and Mohamed Amoura capable of hurting any defence at this level.
For Jordan, the familiar presence of Mousa Tamari offers their most direct route to goal. The winger has been the creative heartbeat of this team, and Sellami will need him at his sharpest if the Nashama are to cause an upset.
Both teams sit at the foot of Group J and cannot afford another defeat. Read on below for all the information you need on how to watch Jordan vs Algeria live.
Early Jordan vs Algeria Team News
Jordan forward Ali Olwan, who scored Jordan's historic first-ever World Cup goal on Matchday 1, will lead the line again. He will be flanked by Rennes winger Mousa Al-Tamari, the squad's premier creative catalyst and the only Jordanian player currently competing in Europe's top five leagues.
For Algeria, legendary captain Riyad Mahrez started on the bench against Argentina, coming on in the 63rd minute. He is highly tipped to return to the starting XI tonight on the right wing in place of Anis Hadj Moussa to provide veteran leadership and clinical service
Confirmed Jordan Kit (Home)
As the designated home team for this fixture, Jordan will take the pitch at Levi's Stadium wearing their primary kit designed by Kelme.
- Shirt: A clean white base that pays tribute to their cultural heritage. The standout feature is on the sleeves, which are covered in a distinct red diamond pattern directly inspired by the keffiyeh (the traditional Arabic scarf representing national pride).
- Shorts & Socks: Solid white with subtle red accents, completing a sharp, monochromatic look.
Confirmed Algeria Kit (Away)
Playing this match as the away side, the "Desert Foxes" will bypass their cream-colored home jersey and wear their alternative Adidas strip, heavily drawing from the colors of their national flag.
- Shirt: Predominantly standard green through the torso, contrasting with dark green sleeves. It features the signature Adidas three-stripes on the shoulders and decorative trim in red, with the country name written in Arabic calligraphy on the back of the neck.
- Special Detail: The chest features the historic Algerian flag crest instead of the standard football federation logo, a patriotic throwback element restored for this tournament.
- Shorts & Socks: Dark green to match the sleeves, maintaining a unified dark aesthetic.
Group J Scenarios
With Argentina and Austria sitting on 3 points each, this is a de facto elimination bracket game.
- If Jordan or Algeria Wins: The winner moves to 3 points, drawing level with Austria/Argentina (depending on other results) and keeping their Round of 32 knockout hopes safely in their own hands ahead of Matchday 3.
- If they Draw: Both teams move to 1 point. While technically alive, they would require massive upset wins on Matchday 3 (Jordan vs. Argentina and Algeria vs. Austria) alongside favorable goal-differential swings to progress.
- If Jordan or Algeria loses: A second consecutive loss leaves the defeated team on 0 points, putting them on the brink of mathematical elimination from the tournament.
Weather
Clear and optimal conditions under the lights are expected in Santa Clara, providing a fast-moving, clean playing surface for both squads.
Form
Jordan has endured a grueling 2026 calendar, failing to secure a single victory across friendlies and competitive fixtures. While they showed early-year resilience with high-scoring draws against Costa Rica and Nigeria, a string of defeats against elite European and South American opposition has exposed significant defensive gaps. They carried this troubling form into their World Cup opener, falling 3–1 to Austria.
Conversely, Algeria’s 2026 run has been highly convincing overall, despite starting the year with a bittersweet quarterfinal exit in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). They put together a spectacular string of World Cup warm-ups—highlighted by a 7–0 demolition of Guatemala and a statement 1–0 win over the Netherlands. However, their tournament opener proved a harsh reality check, running directly into a vintage Lionel Messi hat-trick in a 3–0 loss to Argentina.
Head-to-Head Record
the two nations have faced each other only 3 times across all competitions and friendlies, with both sides claiming a single victory alongside one draw.
Date | Venue | Competition | Score |
September 1974 | Damascus, Syria | Kuneitra Cup | Algeria 6–0 Jordan |
July 1988 | Amman, Jordan | FIFA Arab Cup | Jordan 2–1 Algeria |
May 30, 2004 | Annaba, Algeria | International Friendly | Algeria 1–1 Jordan |
Step-by-step VPN guide to watch Jordan vs Algeria today
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How to watch on the Big Screen
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- Smart TVs & Fire Stick: Most Android-based TVs and devices like the Amazon Fire TV Stick or Google Chromecast with Google TV have native VPN apps. Simply search for your VPN provider in the app store on your TV, log in, and connect just like you would on your phone.
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