The Algeria national football team has suffered a major blow before their match against Jordan in the FIFA World Cup 2026, as Mohamed Amoura has been injured with a muscle tear in his thigh. According to local media, the Wolfsburg star was forced to withdraw from the last training session held on Saturday in Lawrence, before the team's trip to California, after feeling severe pain in his right thigh. Medical tests have confirmed the severity of the injury, which threatens his participation not only in the Jordan match but also in the final match against Austria. Vladimir Petkovic had been counting on Amoura to break through the solid Jordanian defense, as he had planned to return him to the starting lineup to give the Algerian attack the speed and depth it lacked. This development comes at the worst possible time for Amoura personally, who was seeking to regain his shine and confidence after a difficult period that saw his level decline with his German club. It is worth noting that Algeria needs to win against Jordan to keep their hopes alive in qualifying for the round of 32, after a disastrous start against Argentina that put them in a difficult position within a group that also includes Austria. The Algerians are looking to achieve a win against Jordan, after the heavy loss against Argentina in the opening round. Mohamed Amoura's role would have been crucial in achieving the win, but the injury has forced him to miss out. Vladimir Petkovic will have to find a suitable replacement for Amoura, to give the Algerian attack the speed and depth it lacks. The team's chances of qualifying for the next round are still alive, but they will have to work hard to achieve the desired result.