Jordan vs. Algeria prediction: World Cup 2026 odds and betting picks
Group J hits the turf Monday with an incredibly important matchup between Jordan and Algeria, as both teams sit at the bottom of the standings with a loss each so far. Points for either side will be crucial.
Check out our full list of live 2026 World Cup betting odds.
Jordan vs. Algeria World Cup TV how to watch & match info
- June 22, 11:00 PM ET at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium
- Streaming on TSN, TSN GO, CTV and CTV GO
- Forecast in the area indicates 15°C temperatures, partly cloudy with 87% humidity.
Jordan vs. Algeria betting odds
Algeria comes back after their expected defeat to Argentina as -175 favourites, while Jordan find themselves as the night’s +500 underdogs. The draw is priced at +320. An under 2.5 is slightly more expected at -115 odds compared to the Over 2.5 at -110.
Jordan vs. Algeria predicted starting XI lineups
Jordan likely prepares their 5-4-1 (or 3-4-3) set up similar to playing against Austria, although they could throw a curveball as this one is a must-win. No changes are expected for here, as the Asian side seeks their first win against the lightest competition in their group.
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- GK: Yazeed Yazeed Abulaila
- Defenders: Ihsan Haddad (RWB), Abdallah Nasib (RCB), Mohammad Abualnadi (CB), Yazan Al-Arab (LCB), Mohannad Abu Taha (LWB)
- Midfielders: Odeh Al-Fakhouri (LM) Nizar Al-Rashdan (CM), Noor Al-Rawabdeh (CM), Musa Al-Taamari (RM)
- Attackers: Ali Olwan (ST)
Algeria will most likely set up with their 4-3-3 shape the same way they did against Argentina, despite their struggles with the potential for Riyad Mahrez to get a start. Mahrez will be pivotal in helping Algeria earn points sooner rather than later to help his nation keep World Cup playoff hopes alive.
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- GK: Luca Zidane
- Defenders: Rayan Ait-Nouri (LB), Ramy Bensebaini (CB), Aissa Mandi (CB), Rafik Belghali (RB)
- Midfielders: Nabil Bentaleb (CM), Ibrahim Maza (CM), Hicham Boudaoui (CM)
- Attackers: Riyad Mahrez (RW), Amine Gouiri (CF), Fares Chaibi
Jordan FIFA World Cup odds and news
The Arab Cup finalists have not won a game for five straight matches in all competitions, with their first Group J game ending in an expected 3-1 defeat to Austria. Ali Owan is the only goalscorer for Jordan so far in the tourney, and while the side put up 11 shots to Austria’s nine with four on target, they allowed too many chances from being completely outpossessed. Olwan once again leads his team with the highest chance to score at +360, and a win here for Jordan would turn the tide of their knockout round qualification completely.
Algeria FIFA World Cup odds and news
The Algerians are in a similar boat to the Jordanians, although their 3-0 loss to Messi’s Argentina was much more understandable. If it weren’t for Messi, Algeria might’ve had a draw within their grasp, so they’ll certainly be relieved to face lighter competition here.
They haven’t yet recorded a shot on target, and a -3 GD won’t be easy to climb out of, but they are definitely capable. Mohamed El Amine Amoura leads the night in potential to score anytime at +165, and a single goal for Algeria could help their momentum snowball into something bigger.
Jordan vs. Algeria player odds and props
- Mohamed El Amine Amoura (ALG) to record 1+ SOG (-195)
The 26-year-old VfL Wolfsburg player is bound to get his chances, and this time, he will hopefully get one on target for Algeria’s first of the tournament.
- Riyad Mahrez (ALG) to score anytime (+175)
If the former Man City legend gets play time, he’s got to score, as the Algerian captain is running out of time to make his mark on the tournament and help his team stay in it.
World Cup 2026 bracket and futures
- Group Winner – Algeria (+5500), Jordan (+14000)
- Odds to qualify – Algeria (-170), Jordan (+1000)
- Odds to win the World Cup – Algeria (+30000), Jordan (+250000)
Jordan vs. Algeria score prediction
Algeria are definitely the better side on paper, and their lackluster result in the first group stage match was dealt from the reigning champs of Argentina, which wasn’t surprising. Jordan may have scored in their first match, but if they can’t find the back of the net here, it’ll be downhill. With that said, bank on a 1-1 draw as both teams are desperate for a win, yet neither boast all that much offensive firepower.