Austria end long World Cup exile against debutants Jordan (opens original article in a new tab)

Austria returns to the World Cup after 28 years to face Jordan, a debutant team, in California.

• Austria ends 28-year World Cup absence by playing against Jordan in California
• Austrian team includes new midfielders Paul Wanner and Carney Chukwuemeka who switched allegiances
• Jordan, making their World Cup debut, faces challenges including injuries to key players