Tragic Stampede at World Cup Viewing Event in Jordan

A stampede at a World Cup viewing event in Jordan's capital led to one death and multiple injuries. Thousands had gathered to watch the match between Algeria and Jordan when the situation turned tragic. This incident marks a somber moment for Jordan, which had qualified for the World Cup for the first time this year. The match ended with Jordan's elimination after a 2-1 loss to Algeria. Read on for more details about this unfortunate event.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 23, 2026, 22:54 IST

Fatal Incident During World Cup Celebration

A tragic stampede occurred early Tuesday in Jordan's capital, resulting in one fatality and eight injuries, according to reports from the state news agency. A large crowd had gathered in central Amman at Hashemite Plaza to watch the World Cup match between Algeria and Jordan on large screens. As the number of attendees increased, the situation escalated, leading to a crush that injured nine individuals, who were subsequently taken to the hospital. Sadly, one of the injured fans succumbed to their injuries. This year's World Cup marked a significant milestone for Jordan, as it was the first time the nation qualified for the tournament, although they were eliminated after a 2-1 defeat to Algeria.