Austria make World Cup return with win over debutants Jordan
Austria secured a 3-1 victory over tournament debutants Jordan in their first men's World Cup appearance since 1998. Veteran Marko Arnautović played a key role, scoring a late penalty in the Group J opener.
Why it matters
The match marks a significant return for Austria to the global football stage and a historic milestone for Jordan's national team.
Veteran Marko Arnautović scored on his World Cup debut as Austria made their return to the big stage with a 3-1 victory over Jordan in their tournament opener on Tuesday.
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