Jordan face Algeria at 8:00 PM PT on Monday, 22 June 2026 at Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara.
Both lost their openers, so this Group J tie is must-win — here’s the kick-off time, stakes and how to watch.
Date, Time and Venue
This is a Group J fixture of the FIFA World Cup 2026, played at Levi’s Stadium — listed by FIFA as San Francisco Bay Area Stadium. Here is the local kick-off time in major time zones.
| Location | Kick-Off | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Host — San Francisco Bay Area (PT) | 8:00 PM | Mon 22 Jun |
| US Eastern (ET) | 11:00 PM | Mon 22 Jun |
| UAE & Oman | 7:00 AM | Tue 23 Jun |
| Saudi, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar | 6:00 AM | Tue 23 Jun |
| Pakistan | 8:00 AM | Tue 23 Jun |
| India | 8:30 AM | Tue 23 Jun |
| Bangladesh | 9:00 AM | Tue 23 Jun |
This page covers one match only. For every group game, see our Jordan schedule guide and Algeria schedule guide.
What’s at Stake in Group J
Both sides lost their opening match, so the loser here is all but eliminated and the winner keeps slim last-16 hopes alive into the final round.
Algeria were beaten 3-0 by Argentina, while Austria edged Jordan 3-1 — though Ali Olwan struck Jordan’s first-ever World Cup goal. The table after matchday one:
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Argentina | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +3 | 3 |
| 2 | Austria | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +2 | 3 |
| 3 | Jordan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 0 |
| 4 | Algeria | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -3 | 0 |
Jordan sit third on goal difference, Algeria fourth — but both are on zero points. The other Group J game, Argentina vs Austria, plays earlier the same day and will shape who needs what.
Debutants vs Desert Foxes: Form and History
On paper Algeria are favourites — four World Cup appearances, a famous 1982 win over West Germany and a 2014 last-16 run. But the table says these teams are level.
Jordan are debutants but no minnows — they reached the 2023 Asian Cup final and gave Austria a real test. See our guide to the new teams at the World Cup.
The two nations have met just once — a 1-1 friendly back in 2004 — so this is fresh territory for both.
What to watch:
- Riyad Mahrez — Algeria’s captain and main creative threat.
- Mousa Al-Tamari — Jordan’s danger man on the counter-attack.
- Ali Olwan — scorer of Jordan’s first-ever World Cup goal, leading the line.
- Nerve — both are winless, so expect a cagey, tense night.
How to Watch Live
The match airs on free-to-air channels and paid streaming across most regions. Pick your country below for the local kick-off time and where to watch.
Gulf
- UAE & Oman — kick-off 7:00 AM (Tue). See UAE kick-off times and where to watch in the UAE.
- Saudi, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar — kick-off 6:00 AM (Tue). See Saudi kick-off times and where to watch in Saudi Arabia.
South Asia
- India — kick-off 8:30 AM (Tue). See India kick-off times and where to watch in India.
- Pakistan — kick-off 8:00 AM (Tue). See Pakistan kick-off times.
Tickets, Stadium and Travel
Tickets are sold only through FIFA’s official platform, so book there to avoid resale risk. Our guide explains World Cup ticket prices and categories.
Levi’s Stadium sits in Santa Clara. The easiest route is VTA light rail to Great America Station, right beside the stadium.
From the wider Bay Area, take BART to Milpitas or Caltrain to Mountain View, then transfer to the VTA Orange Line.
Flying in? Compare flights to San Francisco and San Francisco Bay Area hotels, and read our US transport guide for getting between host cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Jordan vs Algeria in the UAE and Saudi Arabia?
It kicks off at 7:00 AM on Tuesday, 23 June 2026 in the UAE and Oman, and 6:00 AM in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain and Qatar.
Where is Jordan vs Algeria being played?
At Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, San Francisco Bay Area — the venue FIFA lists as San Francisco Bay Area Stadium.
Have Jordan and Algeria played before?
Only once — a 1-1 friendly in 2004. This is their first competitive meeting and their first at a World Cup.
What does each team need from this match?
Both lost their openers, so a win is essential. The loser is all but out; the winner stays alive going into the final group game on 27 June.
Sources
- FIFA Match Centre — fixture, venue and kick-off time.
- 2026 FIFA World Cup Group J — schedule, matchday-one results and standings.
- Levi’s Stadium — official event details.
- VTA — official Levi’s Stadium transit guidance.
Kick-off times, fixtures and standings are accurate at the time of writing and may change. Always confirm details with official FIFA and host-city sources before travelling.
