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Algeria came behind to beat Jordan 2-1 in a World Cup Group J game on Monday, eliminating the Asian debutants from the tournament.
Amine Gouiri equalized Nizar al-Rashdan’s opening goal before Nadhir Benbouali scored Algeria’s winner in the 82nd minute in Santa Clara.
The win gives Algeria hope of progressing to the knockout round if they can beat Austria in Kansas City on Saturday.
Austria lost 2-0 to Argentina earlier on Monday, leaving the South Americans top of Group J on six points. Related News Haaland scores twice as Norway beat Senegal to reach last 32 Balogun chases ‘inevitable’ Messi in wild Golden Boot race Ghanaian priest vows to ‘work on’ Harry Kane ahead of England clash
