History is on the line at Levi’s Stadium as Austria vs Jordan Live brings a 28-year wait to an end for Das Team and marks the Nashama’s first-ever World Cup appearance — find every kick-off time, streaming guide, squad, and prediction right here.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Austria vs Jordan |
| Date | Wednesday, June 17, 2026 |
| Kick-off (ET) | 12:00 AM ET (night of Tue, June 16) |
| Kick-off (GMT) | 04:00 GMT |
| Kick-off (BST) | 05:00 BST |
| Kick-off (Austria Local) | 06:00 CEST |
| Kick-off (Jordan Local) | 07:00 AST |
| Venue | Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, California, USA |
| Stage | FIFA World Cup 2026 — Group J |
How to Watch Austria vs Jordan Live Stream Online
USA — FOX One / Fubo
- Visit foxsports.com or download the FOX Sports app on your device.
- Subscribe to FOX One (English) at $19.99/month, or log in with a cable/satellite provider.
- Navigate to the FIFA World Cup 2026 section and find Group J — Austria vs Jordan.
- Spanish-language viewers can stream on Peacock (Telemundo) at $10.99/month.
Canada — TSN+ / CTV
- Visit TSN.ca or download the TSN app and subscribe to TSN+ at $29.99/month (no cable needed).
- Cable subscribers can log into TSN GO for free via their provider credentials.
- Cord-cutters can also stream select matches, including this one, free through the CTV app or Crave (via the live CTV channel).
- French-speaking fans can access live coverage on RDS or stream via the RDS app.
UK — BBC iPlayer / ITVX
- Visit bbc.co.uk/iplayer or download the BBC iPlayer app — no subscription required.
- Create or log into a free BBC account (UK residents only).
- Navigate to BBC Sport and select the FIFA World Cup 2026 hub.
- ITV’s ITVX is also a free option — check both broadcasters for this specific fixture.
Australia — SBS On Demand
- Visit sbs.com.au or download the SBS On Demand app on any device.
- Register for a free SBS account (no subscription required).
- Go to the FIFA World Cup 2026 section and select the Austria vs Jordan match.
- The match also airs live and free on SBS linear TV — check your local channel guide for the channel number.
Austria — ORF ON / ServusTV On
- Visit orf.at/on or download the ORF ON app on your smartphone, smart TV, or tablet.
- A free ORF account is required — register with an Austrian email or postal code.
- Navigate to the Sport section and find the FIFA World Cup 2026 live stream.
- ServusTV On (servustv.com) is an alternative free platform — check which broadcaster holds rights to this specific match.
Jordan — beIN SPORTS CONNECT / TOD
- Subscribe to beIN Sports via the beIN SPORTS CONNECT app or TOD streaming platform.
- Select a plan (Premium recommended for World Cup MAX coverage).
- Search for the FIFA World Cup 2026 section and find Austria vs Jordan in Group J.
- beIN SPORTS NEWS also provides free-to-air rolling coverage for fans without a full subscription.
Travelling abroad and want to catch your home stream? A reputable VPN such as ExpressVPN or NordVPN lets you connect to a server in your home country and access your usual broadcaster’s free stream. Always check local laws before using a VPN for streaming.
Which TV Channels Will Broadcast Austria vs Jordan?
| Region | TV Channel(s) | Kick-off Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|
| USA | FOX / FS1 (English); Telemundo / Universo (Spanish) | 12:00 AM ET |
| Canada | TSN, CTV (English); RDS (French) | 12:00 AM ET |
| UK | BBC / ITV | 05:00 BST |
| Australia | SBS, SBS Viceland | 2:00 PM AEST |
| Austria | ORF / ServusTV | 06:00 CEST |
| Jordan | beIN Sports MAX | 07:00 AST |
In the USA, FOX and FS1 are pay-TV channels, though some games are simulcast free on Tubi.
The UK’s BBC and ITV are fully free-to-air, as is SBS in Australia — making this match genuinely accessible for the world’s biggest English-speaking markets without a subscription.
Match Preview
Austria return to the World Cup after a 28-year absence, and a commanding qualifying campaign under Ralf Rangnick has raised real expectations; Jordan, meanwhile, are here for the first time ever, riding a wave of national euphoria after defying the odds in AFC qualifying.
Both sides know that a win here is almost essential if they want to progress from a group that also contains Argentina and Algeria.
Rangnick’s Austria will likely press with intensity from a 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3 shape, targeting space in behind with Christoph Baumgartner and the pace of Carney Chukwuemeka.
Jordan’s Jamal Sellami will deploy the compact 3-4-2-1 that frustrated opponents throughout qualifying, looking to absorb pressure and hit Mousa Al-Tamari on the counter at every opportunity.
Both camps have confirmed their squads are fit and available for the opener, though some players are subject to late fitness checks after the pre-tournament friendly schedule.
The atmosphere inside Levi’s Stadium will be electric — a sold-out first-ever World Cup game for Jordan is the kind of occasion that can inspire underdogs.
Austria Squad for FIFA World Cup 2026
| # | Position | Player Name | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GK | Alexander Schlager | RB Salzburg |
| 12 | GK | Patrick Pentz | Brondby |
| 23 | GK | Niklas Hedl | Rapid Wien |
| 2 | DEF | Kevin Danso | Tottenham Hotspur |
| 3 | DEF | David Alaba (C) | Real Madrid |
| 4 | DEF | Stefan Posch | Mainz |
| 5 | DEF | David Affengruber | Elche |
| 13 | DEF | Philipp Lienhart | Freiburg |
| 14 | DEF | Alexander Prass | Hoffenheim |
| 15 | DEF | Maximilian Wöber | Leeds United |
| 6 | MID | Xaver Schlager | RB Leipzig |
| 7 | MID | Nicolas Seiwald | RB Leipzig |
| 8 | MID | Marcel Sabitzer | Borussia Dortmund |
| 10 | MID | Konrad Laimer | Bayern Munich |
| 17 | MID | Christoph Baumgartner | RB Leipzig |
| 18 | MID | Romano Schmid | Werder Bremen |
| 19 | MID | Patrick Wimmer | VfL Wolfsburg |
| 20 | MID | Paul Wanner | PSV Eindhoven |
| 21 | MID | Florian Grillitsch | Hoffenheim |
| 9 | FWD | Marko Arnautović | Red Star Belgrade |
| 11 | FWD | Michael Gregoritsch | Freiburg |
| 16 | FWD | Christoph Baumgartner | RB Leipzig |
| 22 | FWD | Carney Chukwuemeka | Borussia Dortmund |
| 24 | FWD | Karim Adeyemi | Borussia Dortmund |
| 25 | FWD | Ercan Kara | Rapid Wien |
| 26 | FWD | Junior Adamu | RB Salzburg |
Key Players to Watch
- David Alaba: Austria’s captain finally gets his World Cup at 33 — a four-time Champions League winner who organises the entire defensive structure from centre-back, his leadership will be crucial in the opening match.
- Marko Arnautović: The 37-year-old record scorer (47 goals, 132 caps) is a physical handful for any defence and thrives on the big occasion, making him the go-to target when Austria need a goal.
- Christoph Baumgartner: The RB Leipzig midfielder arrives in the form of his life after a 13-goal Bundesliga season and is the creative heartbeat that connects midfield to attack in Rangnick’s system.
Jordan Squad for FIFA World Cup 2026
| # | Position | Player Name | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GK | Yazeed Abulaila | Al-Hussein |
| 12 | GK | Noureddin Bani Attiah | Al-Faisaly |
| 23 | GK | Abdallah Al-Fakhouri | Al-Ramtha |
| 2 | DEF | Yazan Al-Arab | FC Seoul |
| 3 | DEF | Abdallah Nasib | Al-Hussein |
| 4 | DEF | Ihsan Haddad (C) | Al-Hussein |
| 5 | DEF | Saed Al-Rosan | Al-Ramtha |
| 13 | DEF | Husam Abu Dahba | Al-Wehdat |
| 14 | DEF | Mohammad Abualnadi | Al-Hussein |
| 15 | DEF | Saleem Obaid | Al-Ahly |
| 16 | DEF | Mohammad Abu Hasheesh | Al-Wahdat |
| 17 | DEF | Mohannad Abu Taha | Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya |
| 18 | DEF | Anas Badawi | Al-Faisaly |
| 6 | MID | Nizar Al-Rashdan | Qatar SC |
| 7 | MID | Amer Jamous | Al-Zawraa |
| 8 | MID | Noor Al-Rawabdeh | Selangor |
| 9 | MID | Ibrahim Saadeh | Al-Karma |
| 10 | MID | Rajaei Ayed | Al-Hussein |
| 11 | MID | Mahmoud Al-Mardi | Al-Hussein |
| 19 | MID | Mohammad Al-Dawoud | Al-Wehdat |
| 20 | FWD | Mousa Al-Tamari | Rennes |
| 21 | FWD | Ali Olwan | Al-Sailiya |
| 22 | FWD | Odeh Al-Fakhouri | Pyramids |
| 24 | FWD | Mohammad Abu Zrayq | Raja Casablanca |
| 25 | FWD | Ali Azaizeh | Al-Shabab |
| 26 | FWD | Ibrahim Sabra | Lokomotiva Zagreb |
Key Players to Watch
- Mousa Al-Tamari: The “Jordanian Messi” plays Ligue 1 football for Rennes and is Jordan’s greatest ever player — his pace, dribbling, and 24 international goals make him the focal point of the entire tactical plan against Austria.
- Ali Olwan: The Al-Sailiya striker was the third-highest scorer in all of AFC qualifying with nine goals, including a match-winning hat-trick — he is Jordan’s most dangerous finisher and will look to punish any defensive mistake.
- Ihsan Haddad: The captain anchors Jordan’s compact back three with 90 caps of experience, and keeping Austria’s press at bay will hinge on his composure and reading of the game.
Upcoming Match Schedule
Austria — Next Fixtures
| Date | Opponent | Stage | Venue | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 17, 2026 | Jordan | Group J, Matchday 1 | Levi’s Stadium | 12:00 AM ET |
| June 22, 2026 | Argentina | Group J, Matchday 2 | AT&T Stadium | 1:00 PM ET |
| June 27/28, 2026 | Algeria | Group J, Matchday 3 | Arrowhead Stadium | 10:00 PM ET |
Jordan — Next Fixtures
| Date | Opponent | Stage | Venue | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 17, 2026 | Austria | Group J, Matchday 1 | Levi’s Stadium | 12:00 AM ET |
| June 22/23, 2026 | Algeria | Group J, Matchday 2 | Levi’s Stadium | 11:00 PM ET |
| June 27/28, 2026 | Argentina | Group J, Matchday 3 | AT&T Stadium | 10:00 PM ET |
Austria vs Jordan Prediction
Austria hold a clear edge on paper — Rangnick’s high-intensity system, backed by Bundesliga quality throughout the squad, should overpower a Jordan side that relies almost entirely on defensive organisation and the individual brilliance of Al-Tamari.
The fitness and form of Alaba, Arnautović, and Baumgartner make Das Team heavy favourites for their World Cup opener.
Predicted scoreline: Austria 3–0 Jordan. Austria should find the net from set-pieces and through quick combinations in behind Jordan’s defensive line, though Jordan’s discipline and the sheer emotion of their debut could keep them competitive in the first half.
Football never reads the script, but the quality gap here is hard to ignore.
FAQs
What time does Austria vs Jordan kick off?
The match kicks off at 12:00 AM ET (midnight) on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 — that is 05:00 BST, 06:00 CEST (Austria), 07:00 AST (Jordan), and 2:00 PM AEST in Australia.
Where can I watch Austria vs Jordan live in the USA?
English-language coverage airs on FOX or FS1, with streaming available via the FOX One app. Spanish-speaking fans can watch on Telemundo or Universo, with streaming through Peacock.
Have Austria and Jordan ever met before?
Austria and Jordan have never previously played a competitive international match — this World Cup group opener is a historic first encounter between the two nations.
Who is the key player to watch in Austria vs Jordan?
Mousa Al-Tamari is the match’s wildcard — the Rennes winger nicknamed the “Jordanian Messi” is capable of punishing any lapse in concentration, making him the most dangerous player on the pitch despite Jordan’s underdog status.
What is the prediction for Austria vs Jordan?
Austria are strong favourites and most analysts expect a comfortable win, given their superior squad depth and World Cup experience under Ralf Rangnick. A 3–0 result or similar looks the most likely outcome, though Jordan’s defensive resilience and the emotion of their debut should never be completely discounted.
