Jordan vs. Algeria June 22, 2026: Levi's Stadium Night-Match Plan
Jordan vs. Algeria kicks off June 22, 2026 at 11 p.m. ET (8 p.m. PT) at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara — a Group J Matchday 2 tie in the Bay Area. Preview, getting there, kickoff, and the eSIM for North America.
Published June 20, 2026·5 min read
Summary
Jordan vs. Algeria kicks off June 22, 2026 at 11 p.m. ET (8 p.m. PT) at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara — a Group JMatchday 2 tie and the last of four matches on the day. Here's the preview, how to reach the stadium, and the one eSIM that covers all of North America on a single plan.
The match: Jordan vs. Algeria, June 22 in Santa Clara
Per the confirmed fixture list, Jordan and Algeria meet in their second Group J game at Levi's Stadium— the Bay Area venue in Santa Clara. With Argentina the group favorites, this is effectively a play-in for second place: both sides likely need a win to keep their round-of-32 hopes alive.
Algeria bring pedigree as a former World Cup knockout side; Jordan are chasing a landmark result on their World Cup debut. For team notes, see our Jordan fan guide and Algeria fan guide. The group's other Matchday 2 tie, Argentina vs. Austria, plays earlier the same day in Arlington.
Match-day facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date / kickoff | Mon, June 22, 2026 · 11 p.m. ET (8 p.m. PT) |
| Venue | Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, CA |
| Group | Group J, Matchday 2 (with Argentina, Austria) |
| Nearest airport | Mineta San José (SJC), ~7 km; SFO / OAK also serve the area |
Getting to Levi's Stadium
An 8 p.m. PT kickoff means a late night out, so plan your ride home before the match. The VTA light railserves the Levi's Stadium / Great America stops right next to the venue, and Caltrain reaches nearby Santa Clara station with an event-day shuttle. Full options are in our Bay Area getting-there guide, and the eat & stay guide covers where to base yourself across the South Bay.
eSIM vs roaming vs pocket Wi-Fi for World Cup travel
| Option | Cost | Setup time | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| eSIM | Low | ~5 min (pre-install on Wi-Fi) | Excellent (local carrier) |
| Carrier roaming | High | Instant (already enabled) | Medium (partner-dependent) |
| Pocket Wi-Fi | Medium | Airport pickup / rental | Good (extra device to charge) |
Mobile tickets in the FIFA World Cup 26™ app, live VTA times, a late-night rideshare back to your hotel — a sold-out match runs on data, and stadium Wi-Fi buckles when tens of thousands share it. A North America eSIM keeps you online across the US, Canada, and Mexico on one plan, so a late Bay Area night and the next morning's flight need no SIM swap. From US$5 with Apple Pay, Google Pay, or card — details in the Bay Area connectivity guide.
FAQ
QWhen and where is Jordan vs. Algeria at the 2026 World Cup?
AJordan vs. Algeria kicks off June 22, 2026 at 11 p.m. ET (8 p.m. PT) at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. It is the San Francisco Bay Area host venue.
QHow do I get to Levi's Stadium for the match?
AVTA light rail serves the Levi's Stadium / Great America stops next to the venue, and Caltrain reaches nearby Santa Clara station with an event-day shuttle. Mineta San José (SJC) is the closest airport; SFO and Oakland also serve the Bay Area.
QWhy does Jordan vs. Algeria kick off so late on the East Coast?
ALevi's Stadium is in the Pacific time zone, so an 8 p.m. PT local kickoff is 11 p.m. ET. The late slot makes it the last of four World Cup matches on June 22, 2026.
QDoes my eSIM work in the Bay Area and other US host cities?
AA North America eSIM covers the USA, Canada, and Mexico on local networks, so the same plan works at Levi's Stadium and follows you to every other host city. No SIM swap required between countries.
Bottom line
Jordan vs. Algeria closes out June 22 under the lights in Santa Clara. Plan your route to Levi's Stadium, see the full day in our June 22 watch & travel guide, and grab a World Cup 2026 eSIM that covers every host city on one plan.