Jordan
Algeria
Resumen del equipo
In their last World Cup match, Jordan faced Austria away and suffered a 3-1 defeat. Despite controlling 63% of possession, they were unable to convert their chances, marking a disappointing start to their campaign.
Match statistics (Austria vs Jordan):
Resumen del equipo
Algeria's last outing in the World Cup saw them take on Argentina, where they were defeated 3-0. Despite having a slight edge in possession at 52%, they failed to register any shots on target, leaving them with a lot to ponder ahead of their next match.
Match statistics (Argentina vs Algeria):
In a tightly contested match, Algeria emerged victorious against Jordan with a score of 2-1, securing crucial points in the World Cup group stage.
Jordan initially took the lead with a well-crafted goal from N. Al Rashdan in the 36th minute, assisted by M. Tamari. However, Algeria responded strongly in the second half, dominating possession with 72% and creating numerous chances.
The turning point came when N. Benbouali equalized for Algeria in the 69th minute, capitalizing on a setup from R. Mahrez. Shortly after, A. Gouiri sealed the win with a goal in the 82nd minute, showcasing Algeria's attacking prowess with a total of 17 shots, 8 of which were on target.
Despite Jordan's spirited effort, reflected in their 8 total shots and a single corner, they struggled to maintain control, with only 28% possession. The match also saw a balanced disciplinary record, with both teams receiving one yellow card.
This result puts Algeria in a strong position as they continue their World Cup campaign, while Jordan will need to regroup and reassess their strategy moving forward.
Jordan has struggled recently, losing their last match against Austria 3-1, which reflects a concerning form with an average of 1 goal scored and 3 goals conceded per game in their last match. Algeria, on the other hand, faced a similar fate against Argentina, losing 3-0, and has not scored in their last match, averaging 0 goals for and 3 goals against in their recent outings.
In their head-to-head encounter, Algeria has a perfect record against Jordan, winning the only match played with a score of 2-1. The expected goals (xG) from that match showed Algeria at 1.81 compared to Jordan's 0.65, indicating a significant disparity in offensive effectiveness. Additionally, Algeria dominated possession with 72%, while Jordan managed only 28%, which highlights the tactical challenges Jordan faces.
In terms of tactics, Jordan may adopt a defensive approach, looking to absorb pressure and hit Algeria on the counter. However, with Algeria's ability to maintain possession and create chances, Jordan will need to be exceptionally organized defensively to avoid conceding early.
Y. Abulaila
G
A. Nasib
D
Y. Al Arab
D
M. Abualnadi
D
E. Haddad
M
N. Al Rashdan
M
N. Al Rawabdeh
M
M. Abu Taha
M
O. Al Fakhouri
—
A. Olwan
F
M. Tamari
F
L. Zidane
G
R. Belghali
D
A. Mandi
D
R. Bensebaini
D
R. Ait-Nouri
D
H. Boudaoui
M
N. Bentaleb
M
I. Maza
M
A. Hadj Moussa
F
A. Gouiri
F
F. Chaibi
F
