Jordan lineup vs. Algeria: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 clash as history-maker Ali Olwan starts
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Jordan could line up for Monday's World Cup 2026 Group J clash against Algeria.
Sabri Guendouz: Hearts linked with move for Beerschot winger
France-Algeria left winger Sabri Guendouz of Belgian side Beerschot VA is being linked with a summer move to Scottish Premiership club Heart of...
Jordan vs. Algeria - prediction, team news, lineups | World Cup 2026
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup clash between Jordan and Algeria, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mac Allister Waits on FIFA After Argentina Complaint
Alexis Mac Allister Awaits FIFA Verdict World Cup Heat Follows Argentina Victory Alexis Mac Allister has found himself dragged into controversy at...
Ahmed Touba: CSKA Moscow eye move for Panathinaikos' Algeria‑Belgium defender
Algeria-Belgium centre-back Ahmed Touba of Panathinaikos is being linked with a move to Russian club CSKA Moscow, with the 28-year-old's future in...
Ahmed Touba: Spartak Moscow monitor Panathinaikos' Algeria-Belgium defender in potential free move
Algeria-Belgium centre-back Ahmed Touba of Panathinaikos is being linked with a summer switch to Spartak Moscow, with the Russian Premier Liga club...
World Cup 2026: Algeria Lodge Official Complaint To FIFA Over ‘Poor Officiating’ In Opener Vs Argentina
Algeria have complained to FIFA alleging poor refereeing in their World Cup opener against Argentina, talkSPORT reports. Lionel Messi scored a...
Algiers ahoy! North Africa's football-mad Paris-on-Sea is a winner all year round
Algeria is in the World Cup for the first time in 12 years and shining a light on its charismatic capital city. Lesley Bellew sails in to find out...
Boban claims Dinamo Zagreb is the ‘ideal team’ for Bennacer: “Resolve his contract with Milan”
By: Ben Dixon
Ismael Bennacer’s chapter at AC Milan seemed over a few seasons ago and now he could leave the club this summer, with interest there....
World Cup 2026: FIFA reportedly acknowledges VAR error after Algeria’s complaint
FIFA has reportedly responded to the Algerian Football Federation's complaint over the refereeing of Algeria's 3-0 defeat to Argentina in their...
Lionel Messi subject of FIFA complaint as Algeria insist Argentina hero and Alexis Mac Allister should've been sent off in World Cup opener
The Algerian Football Federation has filed an official complaint to FIFA over Lionel Messi and Alexis Mac Allister during their World Cup opener.
Lionel Messi row takes twist as letter sent to FIFA as nation lodge complaint
FIFA have reportedly received a complaint that alleges Argentina captain Lionel Messi should have been penalised before scoring his first World Cup...
'Messi deserved a red card': Algeria complain to FIFA over controversial tackle
Messi had already put Argentina ahead before the challenge and later went on to score a hat-trick.
Report: Algeria files complaint with FIFA over uncalled Messi tackle
The Algerian Football Federation is not too happy with FIFA.
‘He’s the best in history’ – Yamal lauds Messi after World Cup hat-trick
Lionel Messi made World Cup history after his hat-trick against Algeria, with Lamine Yamal in awe of his impressive achievement.
The post ‘He’s the...
Yanis Hadjem: Francs Borains right-back linked with Cannes switch
Algeria-France right-back Yanis Hadjem of Belgian side Francs Borains is reportedly attracting interest from French fourth-tier club Cannes, with...
Farès Ghedjemis: Lazio eye move for Frosinone's Franco‑Algerian winger
Algeria and France‑eligible right winger Farès Ghedjemis of Serie B side Frosinone is being linked with a summer move to Lazio. The 23-year-old,...
Galatasaray monitoring Algeria’s Ibrahim Maza ahead of summer window
Turkish champions Galatasaray SK are reportedly keeping a close eye on Algerian international Ibrahim Maza as they prepare to strengthen their...
Algeria file FIFA complaint over Messi incident
Algeria have officially lodged a complaint with FIFA following their controversial 3-0 defeat to Argentina in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA...
Algeria file FIFA appeal over refereeing in loss to Argentina
Algeria have lodged a complaint about alleged poor refereeing during their 3-0 World Cup defeat by Argentina this week, a source with direct...
Austria GK shows preference for Ronaldo before facing Messi, Argentina at 2026 World Cup
As Austria prepares to face Argentina in its second Group J fixture, goalkeeper Alexander Schlager has revealed that he leans more toward Cristiano...
Algeria lodge complaint over refereeing in World Cup loss to Argentina after Lionel Messi escaped red card
Lionel Messi controversially avoided a red card in Argentina's clash with Algeria
2026 World Cup: Lionel Messi's genius already shining at this summer's tournament
Sports Mole's senior reporter Oliver Thomas discusses Lionel Messi after the superstar struck a hat-trick in his country's opening match of the...
Ibrahim Maza attracts interest from Turkish champions Galatasaray
Ibrahim Maza has emerged as a transfer target for Turkish champions Galatasaray, with the Algerian international attracting growing interest after...
World Cup 2026: Algeria FA files complaint to FIFA over refereeing decisions in Argentina defeat
The Algerian Football Federation (FAF) has reportedly submitted a complaint to FIFA over refereeing decisions made during Algeria's 3-0 defeat by...
World Cup 2026: Algeria files official FIFA complaint over refereeing decisions in Argentina defeat
The Algerian Football Federation has officially escalated its frustration over refereeing decisions during Algeria's 3-0 defeat to Argentina by...
‘My style is different' – Lamine Yamal talks Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and World Cup 2026
Lamine Yamal has been talking about Lionel Messi after seeing the GOAT score a hat-trick for Argentina at World Cup 2026. The 38-year-old showed...
Lamine Yamal calls Lionel Messi the GOAT: ‘If anyone has doubts, it’s because they look for them’
After another World Cup masterpiece from Lionel Messi, one of the sport's brightest young stars, Lamine Yamal, delivered a blunt verdict on the...
World Cup 2026: Luca Zidane makes history with Algeria debut
Luca Zidane made his FIFA World Cup debut for Algeria on Tuesday, becoming part of the 27th father-son duo to feature at the tournament.The...
Jordan vs Algeria Prediction: World Cup 2026 Preview & Best Bets
Jordan vs Algeria World Cup 2026 predictions: both sides are winless after Matchday 1, making this a must-win clash at Levi's Stadium. Algeria...
Al Ahly eye Guinea forward Mohamed Saliou Bangoura in MC Algiers raid
Guinea centre-forward Mohamed Saliou Bangoura is being linked with a move from Algerian side MC Algiers to Egyptian giants Al Ahly as the Cairo...
World Cup 2026: Roger Milla praises Africa's progress despite mixed opening results
Roger Milla believes African teams have shown encouraging signs at the 2026 World Cup despite a mixed opening round of results, with only Ivory...
World Cup 2026: Luca Zidane explains pressure of carrying his father's famous name
Luca Zidane has spoken openly about the pressure of being the son of football legend Zinedine Zidane, rejecting claims that his career has been...
TV presenter quits after falsely claiming Lionel Messi’s dad had died
Florencia Pena claimed Lionel Messi’s father had died during a live broadcast (Luzu TV)
A TV presenter in Argentina has quit after falsely...
Julien Lopez: Cannes eye move for Algeria‑France winger from Paris FC
Dual-national left winger Julien Lopez is being linked with a summer switch from Paris FC to Cannes, with the Algerian-French wide man potentially...
Why do soccer players sometimes wear a mask at 2026 World Cup games?
The mask already spotted in several 2026 World Cup games is catching the attention of fans. Here are all the details on why some players are...
World Cup 2026: Chérif Oudjani calls on Algeria to respond before crucial Jordan clash
Former Algeria striker urges mental and collective response after Argentina defeat Chérif Oudjani has called on Algeria to show a strong response...
World Cup 2026: Algeria’s painful 3-0 defeat to Argentina exposes serious tactical flaws
Algeria’s strategy unravels against world champions Algeria’s 3-0 defeat by Argentina on 17 June 2026 has reignited concerns about the national...
World Cup 2026: Algeria's Riyad Mahrez calls for patience post Argentina defeat
Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has called for unity and patience following the Desert Foxes' 3-0 defeat to Argentina in their opening match of the...
World Cup 2026: Mahrez urges unity after Algeria’s disappointing defeat to Argentina
Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has called for unity and patience following the Desert Foxes’ disappointing 3-0 defeat to Argentina in their opening...
2026 World Cup: Chérif Oudjani calls on Algeria to show character ahead of Jordan clash
Former Algeria striker Chérif Oudjani has delivered a candid assessment of the Fennecs’ opening World Cup defeat to Argentina, insisting that the...
'It's not right!' - Paul Scholes admits Cristiano Ronaldo is a 'problem' for Portugal & claims ex-Man Utd team-mate will be 'so pissed off' about Lionel Messi's World Cup hat-trick
Paul Scholes has admitted that Cristiano Ronaldo is a "problem" for Portugal after their disappointing World Cup draw against DR Congo. The...
Lionel Messi’s family provide update after Argentina star was pictured in tears at World Cup
Lionel Messi’s father is experiencing a health issue (Picture: Getty)
The family of Lionel Messi have revealed the footballer’s father, Jorge, has...
The Barcelona Blaugranes World Cup Survey Part 2: First Round Verdict
The first round of World Cup 2026 matches is and means we've had the chance to watch every single team in action at the tournament in the USA,...
‘There's a secret' – How Lionel Messi made ‘flying' start to World Cup 2026 with Argentina
Lionel Messi showed once again why he's the GOAT with an inspirational display to lead Argentina to a 3-0 win over Algeria in their first game of...
Lionel Messi's family issue update on dad Jorge's health after star's World Cup tears
Lionel Messi was in tears after scoring in Argentina's 3-0 World Cup win over Algeria as his dad battles health problems.
Marvin Gakpa: FC Rouen 1899 linked with move for Paris 13 Atletico midfielder
France-Algeria midfielder Marvin Gakpa of Paris 13 Atletico is being linked with a switch to Ligue 3 rivals FC Rouen 1899, with the 32-year-old...
Borussia Dortmund Eye €20m Celtic Target
Celtic's hopes of landing Fares Ghedjemis look to have taken another hit, with Borussia Dortmund now reportedly watching the Algerian winger at the...
World Cup 2026: Luca Zidane follows father's footsteps but suffers tough debut
Luca Zidane followed in his father Zinedine Zidane's footsteps by featuring at the World Cup on Tuesday night, but endured a difficult debut as...
Anis Hadj Moussa: Borussia Dortmund eye €23m move for Feyenoord winger
Algeria-France right winger Anis Hadj Moussa of Feyenoord is being linked with a move to Borussia Dortmund, with the Bundesliga club reportedly...
Anis Hadj Moussa: Borussia Dortmund monitor Feyenoord's Algeria-France winger in €23m move rumour
Algeria-France right winger Anis Hadj Moussa of Feyenoord is being linked with a summer move to Borussia Dortmund, with German and Dutch reports...
Supercomputer predicts England's chances of winning World Cup after second-half masterclass vs Croatia
Opta's supercomputer now has England as the second-favourites to win the World Cup after their convincing 4-2 win over Croatia on Wednesday.England...
Former Reading FC keeper Emiliano Martinez heroics as Messi sets World Cup record
Former Reading FC goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez puts on a resounding display to hold Algeria at bay as Argentina's Lionel Messi bagged a hattrick to...
How the rest of the world reacted to 'pure force' England after World Cup win vs Croatia
England sent a signal of intent as they put four past Croatia in Dallas to kick off their World Cup on Wednesday.Harry Kane found the net twice...
World Cup 2026: Questions grow over Petkovic contract extension after Algeria defeat
Algeria’s heavy defeat to Argentina in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup has intensified debate over the timing of Vladimir Petkovic’s...
What England need to do to secure easy World Cup Round of 32 match after win vs Croatia
England's World Cup got underway in style with 4-2 victory over Croatia on Wednesday night in Dallas.Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford scored on...
Watch: Young fan teaches Messi a new celebration after historic WC hat-trick
Lionel Messi ignited the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a historic hat-trick against Algeria, becoming the oldest player to achieve the feat and...
World Cup 2026: ‘It’s bad’ – Osimhen on Nigeria’s absence
Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, has insisted that Nigeria’s absence from the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament is bad. The 2026 FIFA World Cup...
2026 World Cup: “Not surprised by what he did against Algeria” — Former Super Eagles star who faced Messi in 2014
Former Super Eagles defender Juwon Oshaniwa has weighed in on Lionel Messi’s performance against Algeria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the early...
I am Scotland star with confession to make about Lionel Messi – and here is my hope about superstar
The Argentine legend netted a hat-trick against Algeria at the age of 38
Fifa World Cup: Lionel Messi's father's health struggles behind on-field tears
The Argentine legend was seen crying after he scored against Algeria in Kansas.
Cristiano Ronaldo fan Piers Morgan slams Lionel Messi for dangerous World Cup play
English broadcaster Piers Morgan insinuated that FIFA has double standards in officiating, citing Argentina’s 3-0 rout of Algeria on Tuesday as the...
Dortmund eye Algeria-France winger Farès Ghedjemis in potential Frosinone swoop
Borussia Dortmund are reportedly tracking Algeria-France right winger Farès Ghedjemis, 23, who currently plays for Italian Serie B side Frosinone....
'It's time to accept Lionel Messi is the best' - Ronaldo shuts down GOAT debate after hat-trick gets Argentina off to perfect World Cup start
Ronaldo Nazário shuts down the GOAT debate, declaring Lionel Messi the best ever after a historic hat-trick against Algeria fired defending...
World Cup 2026 golden boot standings: Lionel Messi, Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappe early front-runners
Messi scored a hat-trick against Algeria, while Mbappe scored a double against Senegal and Kane striking a first-half brace against Croatia
ESPN dumps cold water on Lionel Messi’s World Cup hat trick with ‘100% red card’ declaration
Lionel Messi has arrived to the 2026 FIFA World Cup aged 38, but that has had no impact on how he approaches games. Messi scored a wonderful...
Lionel Messi is surely about to make even more history at the World Cup
Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick during Argentina's 3-0 demolition of Algeria at Arrowhead Stadium on Tuesday night, closing in on a World Cup record.
World Cup 2026: ‘This Is Messi AI’ –Oliseh Lauds Argentina Star’s Hat-trick Heroics Vs Algeria
Former Super Eagles captain and manager, Sunday Oliseh, hailed Lionel Messi’s stunning hat-trick against Algeria at the FIFA World Cup 2026, by...
World Cup 2026: Messi Should Have Been Sent Off Against Argentina —Ex-Bundesliga Referee
Former Bundesliga referee Patrick Ittrich has posited that Lionel Messi should have been sent off in Argentina’s World Cup 2026 group opener...
All-time greatest: who is the highest goalscorer in World Cup history?
Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé are vying to become not just 2026 World Cup winners but also the greatest goalscorers in the history of the...
Argentina fans 'shot at' on way to World Cup game as gunmen open fire on Uber
Argentina began their 2026 World Cup campaign on Wednesday against Algeria with Lionel Messi playing a starring role for the defending champions in...
World Cup 2026: Ibrahim Maza reflects on disallowed goal in Algeria's defeat to Argentina
Algeria midfielder Ibrahim Maza believes the Desert Foxes could have posed a much greater threat to Argentina if their early goal had not been...
World Cup 2026: Ibrahim Maza laments disallowed goal as Algeria aims to bounce back after Argentina defeat
Algeria midfielder Ibrahim Maza believes the Desert Foxes could have given Argentina a far tougher challenge had an early goal not been ruled out...
Why isn’t Rafael Leao starting today for Portugal vs DR Congo at the 2026 World Cup?
In Portugal’s 2026 World Cup debut against DR Congo, Roberto Martinez decided to start the match with Rafael Leao on the bench and Cristiano...
'Doesn't care about records' - Lionel Messi's selflessness hailed by Rodrigo De Paul after Argentina captain's hat-trick heroics at World Cup
Rodrigo De Paul and Alexis Mac Allister praised Lionel Messi's selfless mentality and vital impact after the Argentina captain scored a historic...
World Cup 2026: Refereeing expert says Messi was lucky to avoid a red card against Algeria
Lionel Messi’s historic performance against Algeria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues to generate debate, but not solely because of the hat...
Argentina fans claim their Uber driver was SHOT in terrifying drive to World Cup game in Kansas City
Argentinian soccer fans in Kansas City say their Uber driver was struck by a bullet when occupants of another vehicle fired at their car. The scene...
"Just a Statistic": How Lionel Messi reacted to becoming the World Cup's greatest scorer
Read Lionel Messi's emotional reaction after scoring a hat-trick against Algeria to break the all-time World Cup goalscoring record.
World Cup 2026: Vladimir Petkovic reluctant to dwell on Messi tackle debate after Algeria’s loss to Argentina
Algeria head coach Vladimir Petkovic has declined to be drawn into controversy surrounding a challenge by Lionel Messi that sparked debate over...
World Cup 2026: Did semi-automated offside technology treat Argentina and Algeria differently?
The controversy surrounding Argentina’s 3-0 victory over Algeria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup extended beyond debates over Lionel Messi’s challenge...
Ronaldo says it's time to ‘accept the fact' that Lionel Messi is the GOAT after World Cup heroics
Ronaldo Nazario has told the football world to “stop hiding” and “accept the fact” that Barcelona legend Lionel Messi is the best player of all...
Messi red card debate: VAR decision sparks debate despite WC record feat
Lionel Messi scored his first World Cup hat-trick in Argentina's 3-0 win over Algeria, equalling Miroslav Klose's record of 16 goals. However, his...
France seal hard-earned win against Senegal, Messi scores hat-trick for Argentina
Tactical changes by Les Bleus manager Didier Deschamps at half-time saw France seal a 3-1 win in their opening game against Senegal. Kylian Mbappé...
World Cup 2026: Riyad Mahrez backs Algeria to fight on despite heavy defeat to Argentina in opener
Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has urged calm following their 3-0 defeat to Argentina in their opening 2026 World Cup Group J fixture, insisting that...
Reason for Lionel Messi's tears revealed: Insider opens up on 'serious health problem' that has left Argentina superstar devastated
The story came to light on Tuesday night after Messi cried on the pitch in Kansas City, immediately after scoring his first ever World Cup...
Lionel Messi takes to IG after epic hat trick to open tournament
Argentina began its title defense in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with an impressive performance on Tuesday night at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in...
Messi World Cup hat-trick: Rohr admits Super Eagles had no answer – ‘no individual marking’
Former Super Eagles head coach Gernot Rohr has shared his thoughts on Lionel Messi’s remarkable performance for Argentina against Algeria at...
The inescapable truth about Emi Martinez even as Lionel Messi steals World Cup headlines
Argentina kicked off their World Cup campaign with a 3-0 win over Algeria with Lionel Messi taking the headlines for his hat-trick with Emi...
10 Photos of Luca Zidane: Zinedine Zidane's Son Defies Horrific Face Injury At World Cup Opener
Luca Zidane makes his World Cup debut for Algeria, overcoming a serious facial injury. His switch from France to Algeria reflects personal and...
