Jordan 1–2 Algeria: Gouiri Caps the Comeback in Santa Clara

Jordan's first World Cup continued to deliver drama and heartbreak in equal measure as the Nashama led against Algeria before falling to a 2–1 defeat at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, a result that leaves their qualification hopes hanging by a thread.

Roared on by a passionate travelling support, Jordan took a deserved lead on 36 minutes through Al-Rashdan, who finished a move created by their talisman Mousa Al-Tamari.

Algeria Turn It Around

Algeria, with the vast experience of Riyad Mahrez to call upon, grew into the contest after the break. The equaliser arrived on 69 minutes, Benbouali converting Mahrez's pass, and the turnaround was complete on 82 minutes when Amine Gouiri struck what proved to be the winner.

Jordan pushed for a leveller in the closing stages but could not find a second goal, their resistance ultimately undone by Algerian quality at the decisive moments.

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The defeat leaves Jordan pointless after two matches and on the brink of elimination — though their fans have already made this maiden World Cup a tournament to remember. Algeria move to three points and back into contention behind leaders Argentina.

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