Austria 3-1 Jordan: World Cup 2026 – as it happened
Austria has returned to the World Cup after a 28-year absence with a 3-1 win over Jordan in their Group J opener. The match was tense, with Austria relying on a second-half own goal and a last-gasp penalty to claim the three points. Marko Arnautovic added to the scoreline, helping Austria secure the win against World Cup debutants Jordan.
- ▪Austria won their Group J opener 3-1 against Jordan.
- ▪The match was Austria's first World Cup appearance in 28 years.
- ▪Jordan made their World Cup debut in the match.
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11m ago02.23 EDTMatch reportAustria marked their return to the World Cup after a 28-year absence with a tense 3-1 win over debutants Jordan in their Group J opener, relying on a second-half own goal and a last-gasp penalty to claim the three points.Marko Arnautovic adds gloss to scoreline as Austria see off World Cup debutants Jordan Read moreShare
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