Jordan face Austria on Wednesday 17 June 2026 in a Group J fixture at the FIFA World Cup 2026, with Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California hosting the match. For Jordan it is a maiden appearance at a World Cup finals, while Austria return for the first time since 1998.
What is FIFA World Cup 2026?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the 23rd edition of football’s flagship men’s competition, jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico from 11 June to 19 July 2026. It is the first World Cup played with 48 teams, split across 12 groups of four. The top two in each group plus the eight best third-placed finishers advance to a 32-team knockout round.
Group J features Argentina, Algeria, Jordan, and Austria. With Argentina favourites to top the pool, Jordan vs Austria could have major implications for who progresses alongside the world champions.
When is Jordan vs Austria?
Jordan vs Austria kicks off at 00:00 ET on Wednesday 17 June 2026 (05:00 BST), corresponding to a 21:00 local kick-off on Tuesday 16 June in California. It follows the earlier Group J fixture between Algeria and Argentina.
Where is Jordan vs Austria?
The match is played at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, home to the NFL’s San Francisco 49ers. The venue has a World Cup capacity of around 70,000 and is one of 11 US host stadiums for the 2026 tournament. Levi’s Stadium previously hosted the Copa America final in 2016.
Key Contenders
Austria qualified via UEFA group play under head coach Ralf Rangnick, who has shaped the team into one of Europe’s more organised, high-pressing sides. Their squad features Real Madrid midfielder David Alaba, Bayer Leverkusen’s Nicolas Seiwald, and Brighton striker Marko Arnautovic. Austria return to a World Cup for the first time in nearly three decades and are considered the favourites against Jordan.
Jordan reached their first ever World Cup after AFC qualifying, a landmark moment for football in the country. The Chivalrous qualified under head coach Jamal Sellami. Jordan reached the 2024 AFC Asian Cup final, losing to hosts Qatar, and arrive with a squad led by Musa Al-Tamari of Montpellier and Ali Olwan. Jordan will look to stay compact defensively and hit Austria on the break.
How to Watch
UK viewers can watch the match live on BBC or ITV, with streaming on BBC iPlayer and ITVX. In the United States, Fox Sports provides English-language coverage and Telemundo provides Spanish-language broadcasting. Canadian viewers have access through TSN and CTV. Austrian rights are held by ORF. FIFA+ offers global highlights and clips.
History and Records
Jordan and Austria have no previous senior meetings at a FIFA World Cup. Austria’s best World Cup result was third place in 1954, and they have made seven previous appearances at the finals. Jordan are making their debut at the tournament and become the sixth Arab nation to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
Tickets and Attendance
Tickets are sold through FIFA’s official ticketing portal at FIFA.com/tickets. Group-stage prices start from around 60 US dollars with hospitality and premium options available. Resale is available via FIFA’s official resale platform.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Jordan vs Austria start?
The match kicks off at 00:00 ET on Wednesday 17 June 2026 (05:00 BST), corresponding to 21:00 local on Tuesday 16 June.
Where is Jordan vs Austria being held?
Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
How can I watch Jordan vs Austria?
BBC or ITV in the UK, Fox and Telemundo in the US, TSN and CTV in Canada, ORF in Austria.
Is this Jordan’s first World Cup?
Yes. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is Jordan’s first appearance at a senior World Cup finals.