World Cup: Jordan leaves gifts, sweets and thanks after tournament – WATCH

Jordan may be heading out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but the tournament debutants left a lasting impression with a touching gesture off the pitch.After their 2-1 defeat to Algeria in California, Jordan’s hopes of progressing to the knockout stages were officially over. The world’s 72nd-ranked team, who also lost their Group J opener 3-1 to Austria, can no longer qualify, although they have one more group stage match against Argentina on June 28. Despite the disappointment, Jordan earned praise for his performance after the game.In a video shared by FIFA, Jordan’s dressing room was completely clean and spotless after the team left. The players also placed a box of traditional sweets, gifts and a handwritten “thank you” message for the stadium workers and FIFA staff.The report thanked everyone involved in organizing the tournament and helping make Jordan’s first ever appearance at the World Cup an unforgettable experience.Jordan also praised the “commitment, professionalism and warm hospitality” shown by the staff during the competition. In return, the team left behind gifts and traditional sweets as a symbol of their culture and hospitality.FIFA highlighted the gesture on social media, describing it as “the utmost respect” shown to the tournament’s newcomers.Jordan’s World Cup campaign ended after Algeria grabbed a goal to secure a 2-1 victory.Jordan surprisingly took the lead in the 36th minute when Nizar Al Rashdan finished smartly after a chance created by Mousa Al Tamari.However, Algeria responded strongly in the second half. Nadhir Benbouali equalized with a header from a corner in the 69th minute, before Amine Gouiri headed in eight minutes from time.The win kept Algeria’s hopes of reaching the knockout stages alive and secured their first World Cup victory in 12 years.Defending champions Argentina sit atop Group J with six points from two matches. Austria are second with three points, while Algeria also have three points but are behind Austria on goal difference. Jordan remains at the bottom of the table without a point and has been eliminated from the tournament.