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Algeria Eliminates Jordan from 2026 World Cup Group Stage
Algeria came from behind to beat Jordan 2‑1 in Group J of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, securing a win that sends the debutants Jordan home after two losses. Goals from Nadhir Benbouali (69’) and Amine Gouiri (82’) overturned Jordan’s early lead by Nizar Al‑Rashdan (36’). The victory leaves Algeria with three points and still in contention for a knockout spot, while Jordan finishes the group without points.
In other group actions, Argentina already clinched the Group J top spot with six points, and Austria remains in the race. Group I saw France defeat Iraq 3‑0 in Philadelphia despite a lengthy rain‑induced interruption, with Kylian Mbappé scoring twice. Norway, propelled by Erling Haaland, also secured progression to the round of 16. These results solidify the knockout line‑up and mark the early exits of Jordan and other lower‑ranked teams.