Jordan at the FIFA World Cup 2026

FIFA ranking: 63
Group: J
Confederation: AFC
Coach: Jamal Sellami
World Cup titles: 0
Best result: First appearance (2026)

History

The 2026 FIFA World Cup marks Jordan's first-ever appearance at the tournament. The country has never previously qualified for a World Cup finals, making this a historic debut for Jordanian football. Jordan's national team, known as Al Nashama (The Chivalrous Ones), has gradually grown in stature within Asian football over the past decade. They reached the final of the 2023 AFC Asian Cup, losing to Qatar, which represented their best result at a senior continental championship and signalled their emergence as a genuine force in the AFC region. The 2026 qualification is the culmination of sustained development in the national programme.

Qualification

Jordan qualified for the 2026 World Cup through the AFC qualification process, finishing second in Third Round Group B behind South Korea. They progressed to the Third Round after topping their Second Round group, which included a notable away victory over Saudi Arabia. In the Third Round, Jordan went unbeaten across eight matches, recording four wins and four draws. The decisive moment came on June 5, 2025, when a 3-0 away victory over Oman secured their historic first World Cup berth. Jordan also became the first Arab nation to officially qualify for the 2026 edition. Coach Jamal Sellami, a Moroccan who took charge in mid-2024, oversaw the final qualification push.

Preparation

Jordan's historic debut World Cup concluded on 27 June 2026 with a 1-3 defeat to Argentina at AT&T Stadium, Arlington. They finished bottom of Group J with zero points from three matches (1-3 vs Austria, 1-2 vs Algeria, 1-3 vs Argentina), but notably scored in every game. Mousa Al-Tamari netted against Argentina, with Olwan's equaliser vs Austria and Al-Rashdan's opener vs Algeria rounding out Jordan's three World Cup goals. Coach Sellami: 'We are out of the competition while feeling very proud of what we have presented as debutants.' On 5 July 2026, a week after the exit, the JFA confirmed Sellami's tenure had ended; no successor has been named.

Latest news

Jamal Sellami departs as Jordan head coach after historic World Cup debut

Sun 5 Jul · coach

JFA president Prince Ali confirmed on Sunday 5 July that Jamal Sellami's tenure as head coach ended, a week after Jordan's group-stage exit. He thanked the Moroccan, calling his time 'exceptional' and 'a dear son of Jordan,' crediting him with the historic first World Cup qualification. No successor was named; the JFA said it would seek a coach to build on Sellami's foundations.

moroccoworldnews.com · 2026-07-16
africasoccer.com · 2026-07-16

Jordan exit World Cup 1-3 to Argentina; Tamari scores but Messi's free kick seals it

Sat 27 Jun · matches

Jordan's debut World Cup ended 1-3 vs Argentina at AT&T Stadium on 27 June. Lo Celso (19', free kick) and Lautaro Martínez (31', pen) put Argentina ahead; Mousa Al-Tamari (55') pulled one back. Messi, sub from 60', sealed it with a low free kick (80'). Sellami: 'We are out of the competition while feeling very proud of what we have presented as debutants.' Jordan scored in all three group matches.

espn.com · 2026-06-28
skysports.com · 2026-06-28

Jordan depart Portland for Dallas to prepare for final group match against Argentina

Thu 25 Jun · general

The Jordanian national team left their Portland base camp on 25 June and travelled to Dallas, Texas, where they are scheduled to resume training ahead of their Group J closer against Argentina on 27 June at AT&T Stadium. Jordan enter the dead-rubber match already eliminated, aiming to compete with pride against the defending world champions.

petra.gov.jo · 2026-06-25

Jordan have full squad fit for Argentina match; Abu Dahab on yellow card caution

Tue 23 Jun · general

A Goal.com preview published 23 June confirmed Jordan have no injury concerns or suspensions heading into their final Group J match against Argentina. Coach Sellami has a clean bill of health, with all 26 squad members available. Defender Husam Abu Dahab must avoid a second yellow card, which would trigger a suspension.

goal.com · 2026-06-25

Jordan eliminated after 1-2 defeat to Algeria; Al-Rashdan scores but set pieces prove decisive

Mon 22 Jun · matches

Jordan lost 1-2 to Algeria at Levi's Stadium on 22 June. Al-Rashdan scored (36') but Benbouali headed in a Mahrez corner (69') and Gouiri converted after a corner (82', VAR confirmed). Sellami: 'played a very good game and we should be proud.' Set-piece inexperience proved decisive. Crown Prince Hussein visited the dressing room. Jordan face Argentina on 27 June.

skysports.com · 2026-06-23
en.africatopsports.com · 2026-06-23

Amman's Roman Amphitheater set up for public screening of Jordan vs Algeria World Cup match

Sat 20 Jun · general

The Jordanian authorities opened the Roman Amphitheater, Hashemite Square and the Odeon Theater in Amman for a public screening of Jordan's World Cup match against Algeria on 23 June. Gates open two hours before the 6:00 AM kickoff; designated areas are provided for families, youth and people with disabilities. Fans are urged to arrive early and wear the red away jersey.

petra.gov.jo · 2026-06-21

Rangnick praises Jordan's 'brave' debut; Sellami and Al-Rawabdeh urge learning from missed chances

Wed 17 Jun · matches

Austria coach Rangnick said Jordan 'displayed a very brave kind of football' and 'exceeded my expectations.' Sellami said the result 'doesn't reflect the effort' and his players were bold and proactive. Al-Rawabdeh, who assisted Olwan's equaliser, said Jordan 'missed three clear opportunities in the first half' and 'in big games you have to take them,' adding the squad overcame first-match nerves.

flashscore.com · 2026-06-21
prokerala.com · 2026-06-21
zamin.uz · 2026-06-21

Jordan lose World Cup opener 3-1 to Austria, Olwan scores historic first goal

Wed 17 Jun · matches

Jordan lost 3-1 to Austria at Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara on 17 June. Schmid scored (21'), Olwan equalised off the post (50') for Jordan's first-ever World Cup goal, Al-Arab deflected into his own net from a corner (76'), and Arnautovic converted a stoppage-time penalty after VAR spotted a Saleem Obaid handball (90+12'). Jordan matched Austria on shots (11) and shots on target (4).

skysports.com · 2026-06-19
sports.yahoo.com · 2026-06-19

Jordan squad arrives in Portland, holds first World Cup base camp training session

Thu 11 Jun · general

Jordan's 26-man squad arrived in Portland, Oregon on Thursday 11 June, welcomed by Jordanian fans, with HRH Prince Ali, JFA President, leading the delegation. The team held their first training session that evening at the University of Portland under head coach Jamal Sellami, with all players taking part. The University of Portland is Jordan's official base camp facility for the group stage.

jordantimes.com · 2026-06-12

Mohammad Taha called up to replace injured Sabra, completing the 26

Tue 9 Jun · squad

Jordan completed Jamal Sellami's 26-man World Cup squad by calling up 20-year-old Al-Hussein left-back Mohammad Taha after forward Ibrahim Sabra withdrew with a torn left-ankle ligament suffered in training. Taha, part of the delegation already in the United States, was preferred to 21-year-old Al-Hussein attacking midfielder Yousef Qashi for his versatility down the left.

onefootball.com · 2026-06-10
en.wikipedia.org · 2026-06-10

Jordan fall 2-0 to Colombia in San Diego World Cup warm-up

Sun 7 Jun · matches

Jordan lost 2-0 to Colombia in their final pre-tournament friendly at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego on 7 June 2026. Jhon Arias scored both goals for Colombia, slotting home a James Rodriguez through ball in the 41st minute and heading in a Santiago Arias cross in the 55th. Ali Olwan, back from injury, came on as a substitute for Jordan.

espn.com · 2026-06-10
worldsoccertalk.com · 2026-06-10

Ibrahim Sabra ruled out of World Cup with torn ankle ligament

Fri 5 Jun · injuries

The Jordan FA announced on Friday 5 June that 20-year-old forward Ibrahim Sabra (Lokomotiva Zagreb) is out of the 2026 World Cup after scans revealed a torn left-ankle ligament suffered in training. He will undergo treatment and rehabilitation; no replacement was named, denting coach Jamal Sellami's attacking options.

flashscore.com · 2026-06-07
devdiscourse.com · 2026-06-07
aljarida.com · 2026-06-07

Sellami names Jordan's final 26-man World Cup squad, Haddad captain

Tue 2 Jun · squad

Coach Jamal Sellami named Jordan's final 26-man World Cup squad on 2 June, cut from a 30-man list, led by Mousa Tamari with Al-Hussein defender Ihsan Haddad captain. New faces: GK Nour Bani Attiah, defenders Saed Al-Rosan, Haddad and Anas Badawi, forwards Odeh Al-Fakhouri, Mohammad Abu Zureiq (Raja Casablanca) and Ali Azaizeh. Yazan Al-Naimat is out with an ACL injury.

beinsports.com · 2026-06-04
worldcuppass.com · 2026-06-04
heavy.com · 2026-06-04

Jordan beaten 4-1 by Switzerland in St. Gallen World Cup warm-up

Sun 31 May · matches

In their final friendly in Europe before the World Cup, Jordan lost 4-1 to Switzerland at Kybunpark in St. Gallen on 31 May 2026. Breel Embolo (pen, 28'), Dan Ndoye (33'), Granit Xhaka (pen, 45+9') and Christian Fassnacht (79') scored for Switzerland; Odeh Fakhoury netted Jordan's consolation goal in the 52nd minute.

espn.com · 2026-06-02
youm7.com · 2026-06-02

Jordan move to San Diego for second pre-World Cup camp, Colombia friendly on 7 June

Sun 31 May · general

After the Switzerland friendly, Jordan travelled to San Diego for a second training camp running 1-10 June 2026. The camp includes a friendly against Colombia on Sunday 7 June at Snapdragon Stadium, after which the team heads to its official World Cup base camp in Portland, Oregon ahead of their opener against Austria on 17 June.

timesofsandiego.com · 2026-06-02

Squad

Player	Position	Club
Yazeed Abulaila	GK	Al-Hussein SC
Abdallah Al-Fakhouri	GK	Al-Wehdat SC
Nour Bani Attiah	GK	Al-Faisaly SC
Yazan Al-Arab	DF	FC Seoul
Abdallah Nasib	DF	Al-Zawraa SC
Husam Abu Dahab	DF	Al-Faisaly SC
Saed Al-Rosan	DF	Al-Hussein SC
Mohammad Abualnadi	DF	Selangor FC
Saleem Obaid	DF	Al-Hussein SC
Mohammad Abu Hasheesh	DF	Al-Karma
Ihsan Haddad	DF	Al-Hussein SC
Anas Badawi	DF	Al-Faisaly SC
Nizar Al-Rashdan	MF	Qatar SC
Noor Al-Rawabdeh	MF	Selangor FC
Amer Jamous	MF	Al-Zawraa SC
Ibrahim Saadeh	MF	Al-Karma
Mohammad Al-Dawoud	MF	Al-Wehdat SC
Rajaei Ayed	MF	Al-Hussein SC
Mousa Tamari	FW	Stade Rennais FC
Mahmoud Al-Mardi	FW	Al-Hussein SC
Odeh Al-Fakhouri	FW	Pyramids FC
Mohannad Abu Taha	FW	Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya
Ali Olwan	FW	Al-Sailiya SC
Mohammad Abu Zureiq	FW	Raja Casablanca
Ali Azaizeh	FW	Al-Shabab
Mohammad Taha	DF	Al-Hussein SC