Jordan 1–2 Algeria: World Cup 2026 Group J Match Report
Group Stage · Group J · Matchday 2
Jordan
1 – 2
Algeria
FINAL
Algeria claimed all three points by a narrow one-goal margin, a result that was expected given the pre-match ELO ratings. Algeria entered this fixture as favorites.
Pre-match win probabilities based on ELO ratings gave Jordan a 33% chance of winning versus 67% for Algeria.
Today's Matches & Predictions
ELO Rating Impact
This result has updated both teams' ELO ratings, which feed directly into the win probability model for future matches.
| Team | Pre-Match | Change | New ELO | Global Rank | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan | 1650 | ▼ -51 | 1599 | #40 | 1.6% |
| Algeria | 1770 | ▲ +8 | 1778 | #25 | 2.0% |
ELO ratings updated using FIFA K-factor 60 with goal-difference multiplier. Changes reflect match result vs pre-match expectation.
Group J Standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Argentina ✓ | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +5 | 6 |
| 2 | Austria ✓ | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | +0 | 3 |
| 3 | Algeria | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 3 |
| 4 | Jordan | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -3 | 0 |
✓ = currently qualifying for Round of 32
Next Up
- Jordan vs Argentina — 2026-06-27 (Houston)
- Algeria vs Austria — 2026-06-27 (Kansas City)
Follow all remaining matches live with real-time ELO rankings on FootUps.