The starting lineups for Austria and Jordan have been announced as they kick off their World Cup campaign with a Group J clash. The match in San Francisco is scheduled for a 7:00 AM start, with Dahane Beida from Mauritania officiating.
The game will be broadcast live on bnt.sportal.bg. The platform will stream all 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup in real-time.
The Austrians are making their return to the World Cup finals after a 28-year absence. Their last victory at the tournament dates back to 1990, a 2-1 win against the USA. Now, Ralf Rangnick's squad is openly ambitious about making a significant impact, and securing three points in their opening match is paramount.
Jordan will be making their debut at football's biggest spectacle. Experts have labeled the team as one of the underdogs at the 2026 World Cup, despite their impressive results in the qualifiers.