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Austria vs Jordan — FIFA World Cup 2026
Austria
AUT
VS
Jordan
JOR
June 26, 2026
22:00 ET
Lumen Field, Seattle, USA
Capacity: 68,740
Austria arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with 8 previous appearances, their best result being Semi-finals (1954). Jordan have 1 appearance on football's biggest stage, with a best finish of Debut tournament. Both sides qualified via UEFA Group F runners-up and AFC third round winners respectively. This is a rare inter-confederation clash: Austria of Union of European Football Associations against Jordan of Asian Football Confederation. Nations from different confederations meet infrequently outside World Cup tournaments.
Expected Lineups & Formation
Projected starting XIs, tactical shapes, and squad depth for Austria vs Jordan.
Tactical Formation Diagram
Hover or tap an expected starter to open the full player profile and compare both tactical systems.
Austria 4-2-3-1 4-2-3-1 Jordan
1 Patrick Pentz 
2 Stefan Posch 
4 Kevin Danso 
5 Philipp Lienhart 
3 David Alaba 
6 Nicolas Seiwald 
8 Konrad Laimer 
10 Marcel Sabitzer 
7 Marko Arnautović 
9 Michael Gregoritsch 
11 Patrick Wimmer 
1 Yazeed Abulaila 
4 Ehsan Haddad 
5 Yazan Al-Arab 
2 Salem Al-Ajalin 
3 Abdallah Nasib 6 Natheer Bawatna 
8 Baha Faisal 
10 Musa Al-Taamari 
7 Yazan Al-Naimat 9 Hamza Al-Dardour 11 Oday Dabbagh Austria (4-2-3-1)
Jordan (4-2-3-1)
Austria
4-2-3-1 · Coach: Ralf Rangnick · Squad Profile →
Substitutes Bench
Jordan
4-2-3-1 · Coach: Hussein Ammouta · Squad Profile →
Substitutes Bench
Austria vs Jordan — Historic Context & Meeting Record
World Cup pedigree, confederation background, and what this fixture means for both nations.
0 previous meetings at senior international level
Historic first meeting — FIFA World Cup 2026
This is a rare inter-confederation clash: Austria of Union of European Football Associations against Jordan of Asian Football Confederation. Nations from different confederations meet infrequently outside World Cup tournaments. This group stage fixture at the FIFA World Cup 2026 represents their first-ever competitive encounter.
Austria
ConfederationUnion of European Football Associations
World Cup Apps8
Best ResultSemi-finals (1954)
QualificationUEFA Group F runners-up
Jordan
ConfederationAsian Football Confederation
World Cup Apps1
Best ResultDebut tournament
QualificationAFC third round winners
📍 Venue Fact Sheet — Lumen Field
Opened2002
SurfaceFieldTurf CORE
Capacity68,740
ArchitectEllerbe Becket
WC 2026 Matches4
Notable EventsMLS Cup finals, Copa América Centenario
Notable Matches at This Venue
| Year | Competition | Teams | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Copa América Centenario | Argentina vs Bolivia (group stage) | Argentina 3–0 Bolivia |
| 2026 | FIFA World Cup | 4 matches scheduled | TBC |
Team Form & Recent Outings
How Austria and Jordan arrive at the World Cup based on their last five competitive fixtures.
Austria
LWDWW
3W 1D 1L · 9 GF · 3 GA · 2 CS
Verified data — source: martj42/international_results (results.csv) · updated 2026-03-31
W 1-0
31 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs South Korea (H)
W 5-1
27 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs Ghana (H)
D 1-1
18 Nov 2025 · FIFA World Cup qualification · vs Bosnia & Herzegovina (H)
W 2-0
15 Nov 2025 · FIFA World Cup qualification · vs Cyprus (A)
L 0-1
12 Oct 2025 · FIFA World Cup qualification · vs Romania (A)
Jordan
WWLDD
2W 2D 1L · 8 GF · 7 GA · 2 CS
Verified data — source: martj42/international_results (results.csv) · updated 2026-03-31
D 2-2
31 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs Nigeria (N)
D 2-2
27 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs Costa Rica (N)
L 2-3
18 Dec 2025 · Arab Cup · vs Morocco (N)
W 1-0
15 Dec 2025 · Arab Cup · vs Saudi Arabia (N)
W 1-0
12 Dec 2025 · Arab Cup · vs Iraq (N)
Key Players to Watch
Six individuals who could decide the outcome of Austria vs Jordan at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Austria
Player to Watch
Marko Arnautović
38 caps · 13 goals
Key press trigger in high block system
A mainstay of the Austria national team with over 26 caps, Marko Arnautović brings leadership and technical quality. Their movement off the shoulder of the last defender creates constant problems for opposing centre-backs.
Michael Gregoritsch
77 caps · 22 goals
Top scorer in qualifying campaign
A mainstay of the Austria national team with over 29 caps, Michael Gregoritsch brings leadership and technical quality. Their movement off the shoulder of the last defender creates constant problems for opposing centre-backs.
Marcel Sabitzer
25 caps · 10 goals
Aerial duel winner — 68% success rate
Marcel Sabitzer has been instrumental in Austria's qualifying campaign, delivering clutch performances in high-pressure away fixtures. Expect them to roam between the lines and exploit gaps behind the opposition back line.
Jordan
Player to Watch
Yazan Al-Naimat
25 caps · 10 goals
Aerial duel winner — 68% success rate
Yazan Al-Naimat has been instrumental in Jordan's qualifying campaign, delivering clutch performances in high-pressure away fixtures. Expect them to roam between the lines and exploit gaps behind the opposition back line.
Hamza Al-Dardour
38 caps · 13 goals
Key press trigger in high block system
A mainstay of the Jordan national team with over 26 caps, Hamza Al-Dardour brings leadership and technical quality. Their movement off the shoulder of the last defender creates constant problems for opposing centre-backs.
Oday Dabbagh
76 caps · 1 goals
Most carries into opposition box
Oday Dabbagh has been instrumental in Jordan's qualifying campaign, delivering clutch performances in high-pressure away fixtures. Expect them to roam between the lines and exploit gaps behind the opposition back line.
Tactical Analysis
A deep dive into how Ralf Rangnick and Hussein Ammouta will set their sides up tactically for this FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage clash.
Austria — 4-2-3-1
System Overview
A structured block with a double pivot and a roaming playmaker behind the striker.
Attacking Patterns
Austria's set-piece threat is significant — they scored 12 goals from corners and free-kicks in qualifying.
Defensive Shape
Jordan uses a high press triggered by opposition goalkeeper touches, forcing long clearances.
Jordan — 4-2-3-1
System Overview
A structured block with a double pivot and a roaming playmaker behind the striker.
Attacking Patterns
Austria favours quick transitions within 5 seconds of winning possession — a direct counter-attacking style.
Defensive Shape
Austria drops into a mid-block when leading, compressing vertical space between the lines.
Key Tactical Battle to Watch
The decisive tactical battle will be Austria's three-man defence against Jordan's wing-back system. If Ralf Rangnick can neutralise Jordan's primary creator in central zones, Austria should control the tempo.
Match Prediction & AI Forecast
Data-driven outlook for Austria vs Jordan based on squad depth, recent form, and historical head-to-head trends.
AI Forecast
FavouriteEither side (very close)
Confidence52%
Likely Scorelines1-1 · 2-1 · 1-2
Factors for Austria
- Both sides are evenly matched in FIFA rankings and squad depth
- Tactical familiarity between Ralf Rangnick and Hussein Ammouta from previous encounters
Factors for Jordan
- Unpredictable World Cup opening-match nerves for both squads
- VAR and refereeing decisions could heavily influence a tight contest
This forecast is generated by an editorial AI model using squad-depth heuristics and confederation strength indices. It is not a betting tip.
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Tickets & Pricing
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Frequently Asked Questions — Austria vs Jordan
Who is playing in Austria vs Jordan at the FIFA World Cup 2026?
Austria face Jordan on June 26, 2026 at Lumen Field. The match features Austria's 4-2-3-1 system under head coach Ralf Rangnick against Jordan's 4-2-3-1 shape managed by Hussein Ammouta.
What time does Austria vs Jordan kick off?
Kick-off is scheduled for the local match time shown above. Check your local broadcaster for timezone conversion. FIFA recommends arriving at the stadium at least 90 minutes before kick-off.
Where is Austria vs Jordan being played?
The match takes place at Lumen Field in Seattle, USA. The stadium has a capacity of 68,740 spectators.
How to buy FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets for Austria vs Jordan?
Tickets are available through the official FIFA Ticketing portal at fifa.com/tickets. Categories range from $60 (Category 3) to $450+ (Hospitality). Create a FIFA ID and select your preferred seating tier during the sales phase.
What formation will Austria and Jordan use?
Austria typically line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Ralf Rangnick, while Jordan favour a 4-2-3-1 system with Hussein Ammouta. Expected lineups are listed in the team sheets above.
Who are the key players to watch in Austria vs Jordan?
For Austria, watch Patrick Pentz in attack. For Jordan, Yazeed Abulaila leads the line. Both teams rely on experienced midfield engines to control tempo.
What TV channel is broadcasting Austria vs Jordan?
Broadcast rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 are held by Fox Sports (USA), TelevisaUnivision (Mexico), TSN (Canada), BBC/ITV (UK), ARD/ZDF (Germany), and beIN Sports (Middle East). Check your local listings for the exact channel in your territory.
Has Austria ever reached the World Cup knockout stage?
Austria have reached the knockout rounds in multiple tournaments, with their best ever finish being Semi-finals (1954).
Has Jordan ever reached the World Cup knockout stage?
Jordan have reached the knockout rounds in some tournaments, with their best ever finish being Debut tournament.
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