Algeria complete late turnaround to send Jordan home

Algeria fight back to eliminate debutants Jordan from the World Cup and keep their own knockout hopes alive in San Francisco.

Algeria staged a remarkable comeback to defeat World Cup debutants Jordan 3-1 in San Francisco, keeping their own hopes of advancing to the knockout stage alive while eliminating the Asian side. Jordan took a surprise lead in the 25th minute when striker Al-Naimat finished off a swift counter-attack, catching the Algerian defense off guard. The first half saw Algeria struggle to create clear chances, with Jordan's disciplined defense frustrating their opponents. Algeria's coach made a crucial change at halftime, introducing winger Benrahma for his pace. The move paid off immediately in the 55th minute when Benrahma set up Mahrez for a clinical equalizer. The momentum shifted decisively in Algeria's favor. In the 70th minute, defender Mandi rose highest to head home from a corner, giving Algeria a 2-1 lead. Jordan pushed forward in search of an equalizer, but goalkeeper M'Bolhi made several vital saves. In stoppage time, Algeria sealed the victory on the counter-attack, with Slimani racing through to slot home. The final whistle confirmed a 3-1 win. The result leaves Algeria with four points from two games, sitting second in the group. They need only a draw in their final match to advance. Jordan, with two defeats, are eliminated. Algeria captain Mahrez said: "We were poor in the first half, but the coach told us not to give up. In the second half, we showed our true quality." Jordan's coach praised his team's effort but admitted inexperience cost them against a top side.

Algeria complete late turnaround to send Jordan home

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