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Jun 23, 2026
Algeria’s Late Rally Dethrones Jordan in World Cup 2026 Group J
Algeria overturned a 1‑0 deficit to beat Jordan 2‑1, securing a vital three points in Group J and e…
Algeria’s Come‑From‑Behind Victory Over JordanIn a dramatic Group J encounter, Algeria rallied late in the second half to turn a 1‑0 loss into a 2‑1 win, sending Jordan home with a match to spare. The turnaround hinged on two set‑piece goals after the break.Second‑Half Surge: Goals from Benbouali and GouiriSubstitute Nadhir Benbouali equalised in the 69th minute with a glancing header from a Riyad Mahrez corner. Thirteen minutes later, another corner created a deflection that allowed Amine Gouiri to poke home the winner, sealing the comeback.Group J Standings Shift: Points and Goal Difference ImpactAlgeria and Austria now sit level on 3 points after the match.Jordan remains on 0 points with a goal‑difference of –2.Defending champions Argentina have already qualified as group winners after a 2‑0 win over Austria.Implications for Algeria’s Path and Historical Revenge on AustriaThe victory not only revives Algeria’s tournament hopes but also sets up a “grudge match” against Austria, echoing the infamous 1982 “Disgrace of Gijón”. A win in Kansas City could give Algeria a symbolic revenge for that historic controversy.What Lies Ahead: Algeria vs Austria and Jordan vs ArgentinaAlgeria’s next challenge is a showdown with Austria on Saturday in Kansas City, Missouri. Meanwhile, Jordan must prepare for a tough group finale against powerhouse Argentina and star Lionel Messi, who has already scored five World Cup goals this tournament.
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