In the San Francisco Bay Area, Austria and Jordan begin their World Cup journeys in Group J, which offers little room for error. Austria is back on the global stage after 28 years away, while Jordan steps into the tournament for the first time in their history.
The challenge is severe, with Argentina and Algeria completing one of the toughest groups in the competition. Austria, in particular, may feel the urgency early—any slip against fellow outsiders could leave them needing upsets against the group favourites to keep knockout hopes alive.
Have a read of our Austria vs Jordan prediction before you decide on your bet.
Austria vs Jordan prediction for the 2026 World Cup
Both nations begin their 2026 World Cup here, with no head-to-head history to lean on. For bettors, this is as open as it gets, and the odds mirror that uncertainty.
Take a look at our top Austria vs Jordan prediction:
BTTS - No
Who are the favourites?
Based on the leading UK-licensed bookmakers, Austria is tipped to come out on top, with 71% of the odds leaning towards their win.
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Austria vs Jordan: head-to-head
Austria and Jordan share no recent head-to-head record, so this is effectively their first meeting in years.
Austria: opening the 2026 World Cup
Austria make their FIFA World Cup bow having already logged 11 match(es) in 2026 in the build-up. Here is how they have fared:
9 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 1 loss(es)
29 goals scored (2.64 per game)
5 goals conceded (0.45 per game)
Players to watch for Austria National Team
Leading scorer: Marko Arnautović with 8 goal(s)
Most assists: Marcel Sabitzer with 3
Jordan: opening the 2026 World Cup
Jordan step out at the FIFA World Cup for the first time this edition after 20 match(es) in 2026.
Here is the Jordan National Team record:
This year so far
8 win(s), 7 draw(s) and 5 loss(es)
37 goals scored (1.85 per game)
22 goals conceded (1.1 per game)
Players to watch for Jordan National Team
Leading scorer: Ali Iyad Olwan with 9 goal(s)
Most assists: Yazan Abdallah Alnaimat with 6
Austria vs Jordan statistics at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Before you stake anything, look over the side-by-side comparison that sheds light on each nation's current form for this World Cup tie:
Austria
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Austria vs Jordan probable lineups
See the likely starting elevens below for our Austria vs Jordan prediction at the 2026 World Cup.
Austria: Pentz; Posch, Danso, Alaba (c), Mwene; Laimer, Seiwald; Wimmer, Sabitzer, Schmid; Arnautovic
Jordan: Abulaila; Nasib, Al-Arab, Abu Hashish; Al-Rawabdeh, Sadeh, Jamous, Al-Rashdan; Al-Taamari, Olwan, Abu Zrayq
How to watch Austria vs Jordan live in the UK
Find out below where you can catch Austria vs Jordan live during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Just remember, kick-off is at 05:00 UK time.
For the full schedule, check our our World Cup live streaming page.
More betting tips for this match
Alongside the main tip given at the top of this article, here are some other strong bets for Austria vs Jordan:
Further 2026 World Cup predictions
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Match details: Austria vs Jordan
🆚 Fixture Austria vs Jordan
🏆 Tournament 2026 FIFA World Cup
📅 Date Wednesday, 17/06/2026
🕐 Kick-off 05:00 UK time
🏟️ Venue San Francisco Bay Area
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