Austria opened their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a 3-1 win against debutants Jordan in San Francisco on Tuesday evening. Austria, playing in their first World Cup since 1998, took the lead midway through the first half,

For the first time since joining international competition, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan has qualified for the FIFA World Cup, marking a milestone achievement for the nation's soccer program and sparking celebrations among Jordanians around the world.

When they face world champions Argentina in their final group stage match on 27 June, it may be Jordan's own World Cup final.

Before eagerly awaited meetings with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo comes slightly less glamorous but hugely important first ever World Cup games for Asia’s debutants. Jordan take on Austria on Wednesday before meeting Algeria and Argentina,

Jordan's royal family proudly stood behind the national team as the country made history with its first-ever appearance at the FIFA World Cup finals. Crown Prince Hussein and Crown Princess Rajwa attended Jordan's opening Group J match against Austria at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara,