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Algeria Defeats Jordan 2-1 in World Cup Group J Match
Algeria came from behind to beat Jordan 2-1 on 23 June 2026 in San Francisco. The result eliminated Jordan after its first World Cup appearance and kept Algeria in contention in Group J. It marked Algeria's first tournament win since 2014.
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Algeria defeated Jordan 2-1 on 23 June 2026 in a Group J match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in San Francisco. Jordan scored first and led at half-time. Algeria responded with two second-half goals to secure the three points.
The victory eliminated Jordan after its opening appearance in the competition. Algeria's previous World Cup win had occurred in 2014. The result leaves Algeria in contention within Group J. BBC reported on 23 June 2026 that Algeria fought back to eliminate debutants Jordan from the World Cup and keep their own knockout hopes alive in San Francisco.
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