Jordan
AFC • AFC
Tournament Outlook
Group stage exit likely in a tough Group J with Argentina, but their proven ability to rise in knockout tournaments means they could produce a shock result.
Best World Cup Result: Debut (2026)
About Jordan
Al-Nashama (The Chivalrous Ones) are making their first-ever World Cup appearance after decades of near-misses. They arrive on a remarkable trajectory — reaching the 2024 AFC Asian Cup final and the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup final, becoming the first Arab nation to officially qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
Playing Style: Coach Jamal Sellami employs a disciplined counter-attacking system built on organized pressing, defensive solidity, and clinical set-piece execution. The team prioritizes structure and collective effort over individual flair.
Key Players
Musa Al-Taamari
Stade Rennais
Tammer Bany
West Bromwich Albion
Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- Tactical discipline and organized defensive structure
- Strong set-piece execution
- High fighting spirit from Asian Cup and Arab Cup runs
- Musa Al-Taamari's individual match-winning quality
Weaknesses
- Limited attacking depth beyond Al-Taamari
- No World Cup experience
- Group J with Argentina, Algeria, and Austria is extremely challenging
- Few players in top European leagues compared to rivals
World Cup Schedule
Fun Facts
- ⚽Jordan lost a two-legged playoff to Uruguay (0-5 aggregate) for the 2014 World Cup — making 2026 qualification a 12-year redemption story
- ⚽Musa Al-Taamari dislikes his "Jordanian Messi" nickname, telling reporters "I don't like this nickname!"
- ⚽Jordan reached back-to-back major finals in 2024-2025 (Asian Cup and Arab Cup) before their World Cup debut
Team Info
- FIFA Code
- JOR
- Confederation
- AFC
- World Cup Appearances
- 1
- Group
- Group J
Fan Culture
An exceptionally passionate and organized fanbase whose collective energy has been a genuine "12th man" factor in Jordan's recent tournament runs.
Known as: Al-Nashama (The Chivalrous Ones)
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