SANTA CLARA: Algeria came behind to beat Jordan 2-1 in their Group J clash of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 on Monday, eliminating the Asian debutants from the tournament.
Amine Gouiri equalised Nizar al-Rashdan’s opening goal before Nadhir Benbouali scored Algeria’s winner in the 82nd minute in Santa Clara.
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The win gives Algeria a hope of progressing to the knockout round if they can beat Austria in their final group match in Kansas City on Saturday.
Earlier on Monday, Austria suffered a 0-2 defeat at the hands of defending champions Argentina, thanks to a record-breaking brace by star player Lionel Messi.
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The Inter Miami star broke the record for most goals in the history of the FIFA World Cup as he surpassed Germany legend Miroslav Klose’s tally of 16 goals.
Argentina, the group-toppers, will face Jordan in Arlington, Texas, on Saturday in their farewell to the tournament.
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