Austria secured its first World Cup victory in 36 years with a 3-1 win over Jordan on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. The match, played at a neutral venue, marked Jordan's debut at the tournament. The result ended Austria's long drought since their last win in 1990.
According to official match reports, Austria took an early lead through a goal from Marko Arnautovic in the 12th minute. Jordan equalized in the 35th minute via a penalty converted by Musa Al-Taamari. Austria regained the lead just before halftime when Marcel Sabitzer scored in the 44th minute. An own goal by Jordan's defender in the 67th minute sealed the victory.
This win places Austria in a strong position in Group D, alongside other teams. Jordan, despite the loss, showed resilience in their first World Cup appearance. The match was attended by thousands of fans, with Austrian supporters celebrating the historic win.
