Algeria faces Jordan in crucial World Cup match in San Francisco
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 11:10 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Algeria is set to play against Jordan in a vital Group J World Cup fixture at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium on June 23, 2026, at 04:00 BST. After a disappointing 3-0 loss to Argentina in their opening match, Algeria's World Cup hopes hinge on securing three points against Jordan. Head coach Vladimir Petkovic is expected to introduce several changes to the lineup, with Luca Zidane starting in goal and possible starts for forwards Mohamed Amoura and captain Riyad Mahrez. Algeria is prepared to leverage their squad's quality to improve their chances of advancing in the tournament.
- •Algeria lost 3-0 to Argentina in their first match.
- •The match is scheduled for June 23, 2026, at 04:00 BST.
- •Luca Zidane is confirmed to start as goalkeeper.
- •Mohamed Amoura and Riyad Mahrez may return to starting XI.
- •Algeria must win to enhance chances of progressing in the tournament.
- 11:10 AMYahoo Sports — Algeria XI vs Jordan – Predicted lineup and team news
"Algeria head into Tuesday’s early-hours fixture at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium knowing that anything less than three points will leave their World Cup campaign in serious trouble.Vladimir Petkovi...
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