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What each team needs
Austria
A win in their opening match would put Austria in a strong position to advance from Group J.
Jordan
An opening win over Austria would be a major statement and strengthen Jordan's chances of progressing.
Team comparison
| Stat | Austria | Jordan |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 23 | 68 |
| World Cup Titles | 0 | 0 |
| World Cup Appearances | 8 | 1 |
| Best WC Finish | 3rd place (1954) | Debut (2026) |
| Manager | Ralf Rangnick | Jamal Sellami |
| How They Qualified | UEFA — Group F runners-up (direct) | AFC 3rd Round — Group B 3rd place (via playoff) |
| 2022 World Cup | Did not qualify | Did not qualify |
| Captain | David Alaba | Musa Al-Taamari |
Prediction
Austria 2 — 1 Jordan
Based on FIFA rankings and recent form. Austria (ranked 23th) enters as the slight favourite.
Match facts
Austria have appeared at 8 World Cups. Jordan have appeared at 1.
Austria are ranked 23th in the world. Jordan are ranked 68th.
Jordan will be making their World Cup debut in 2026.
This match takes place at Levi's Stadium, which is one of the 16 World Cup 2026 venues.
How to watch
| Region | Broadcast |
|---|---|
| USA (English) | FOX / FOX Sports App |
| USA (Spanish) | Telemundo / Peacock |
| UK | BBC / ITV (TBC) |
| Worldwide | FIFA+ (select territories) |
Venue
Levi's Stadium · San Francisco · Capacity: 70,909
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