Jordan Is on the World Stage
The Nashama's first-ever World Cup campaign is complete — three matches, one historic goal, and a nation's pride that will echo for generations.
Al Nashama
Jordan's 2026 World Cup Squad
* Player names and squad numbers are listed to the best of our knowledge. We apologize for any inaccuracies — please refer to the official Jordan Football Association for the confirmed squad list.
Yazeed Abulaila
GKMohammad Shbair
GKMohammad Al-Hasanat
GKBaha' Faisal
DEFEhsan Haddad
DEFYazan Al-Naimat
DEFAbdallah Nasib
DEFAhmad Qatawneh
DEFAhmad Al-Sarairah
DEFBlessed Prince Otiangbe
DEFMusa Al-Taamari
MIDNoor Al-Rawabdeh
MIDSaleh Al-Bakkar
MIDMohammad Hamdan
MIDAhmad Habashneh
MIDOday Dabbagh
MIDOsama Rashid
MIDAli Olwan
FWDAhmad Alnaber
FWDMahmoud Al-Mardi
FWDIbrahim Nimr
FWDZaid Al-Qasim
FWDYazan Al-Arab
FWDLaith Hamdan
MIDFaisal Al-Nazly
DEFMoh'd Al-Dameery
FWDThe 2026 FIFA World Cup has concluded — Spain crowned champions after a 1-0 extra-time win over Argentina. Jordan's Nashama bow out of Group J with heads held high after their historic debut.
FIFA World Cup 2026
Jordan's Group J Fixtures
For the first time in their history, the Jordanian national team — the Nashama — have qualified for the FIFA World Cup, competing in Group J alongside Argentina, Austria, and Algeria.
Argentina
Title holders
Austria
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Algeria
Jordan
First World Cup appearance
Austria
3–1Jordan
Jordan made history with their first-ever FIFA World Cup appearance. Ali Olwan scored Jordan's first-ever World Cup goal in the 57th minute, but Austria's quality told in a 3–1 result.
Jordan
1–2Algeria
Jordan led before a late Amine Gouiri winner completed Algeria's second-half comeback, eliminating the Nashama from knockout contention. A heart-breaking night in Santa Clara.
Jordan
1–3Argentina
Jordan bowed out with pride against world champions Argentina, halving the deficit in the second half before Lionel Messi sealed it. Three matches, one historic tournament.
Austria 3–1 Jordan · June 16, 2026
Jordan at Levi's Stadium
History was made. Ali Olwan scored Jordan's first-ever FIFA World Cup goal in the 57th minute, sending thousands of Jordanian fans into delirium at Levi's Stadium. A result to be proud of — the Nashama showed the world they belong.
⚽ Goals: Romano Schmid 26' · Ali Olwan 57' · Marko Arnautović 73' · Own Goal 79'
Extended Highlights · FOX Sports
Jordan Fans Travel to San Francisco
Thousands Gather at Amman's Roman Theatre
Official Highlights · FIFA
Jordan 1–2 Algeria · June 22, 2026
Heartbreak in Santa Clara
Jordan led before Algeria's second-half comeback, sealed by a late Amine Gouiri winner that eliminated the Nashama from the knockout rounds. A cruel ending to a brave performance.
⚽ Algeria come from behind to win 2–1 and end Jordan's knockout hopes.
Official Highlights · FIFA
Extended Highlights · FOX Sports
Jordan 1–3 Argentina · June 27, 2026
A Fitting Farewell in Dallas
Jordan signed off in style against Lionel Messi's Argentina, halving the deficit in the second half before the world champions pulled away. The Nashama left everything on the pitch.
⚽ Jordan show real fight before Messi & Co. seal a 3–1 win to close out Group J.
Official Highlights · FIFA
Extended Highlights · FOX Sports
Visit Jordan 2026
The World Cup Brings the World to Jordan
With millions of fans traveling to the USA for the World Cup, Jordan has launched its biggest-ever global tourism campaign: "Jordan: Impossible to Forget." Tourism boards are active across major international capitals, inviting visitors to extend their World Cup trip with a stop in the ancient kingdom.
Petra, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea, and Jerash are drawing record interest from football fans who want to experience the cradle of civilization alongside the beautiful game.
Discover Jordan
Summer 2026
What's On in Jordan
Arts
Jerash Festival of Culture & Arts
July 23 – August 2, 2026 · Jerash Roman Ruins
Jordan's most iconic cultural festival returns with a new vision and a rich program, transforming the ancient Roman ruins of Jerash into a stage for world-class music, dance, theatre, and art.
Music
Nassif Zeytoun & Ziad Bourji
July 24, 2026 · Balsam Exhibition Grounds, Amman
Two of the Arab world's biggest voices share the stage for a night of tarab and chart-topping hits as part of the Jordan Summer Festival. Tickets available on Tzkrti.
Festival
Blue Moon Festival
July 31 – August 2, 2026 · Amman
A multi-day open-air festival bringing together regional and international acts, street food, and art installations across Amman — one of the city's fastest-growing summer events.
Music
Amman Jazz Festival — Petra
August 8, 2026 · Petra
The acclaimed Amman Jazz Festival heads south, blending contemporary and Afro-Anatolian jazz against the backdrop of the ancient rose-red city — a one-of-a-kind musical pilgrimage.
Heritage
Jaret Al Qalaa — Al Karak
Until July 31, 2026 · Al Karak
A living heritage festival in and around the iconic Karak Castle, celebrating Jordanian folklore, traditional crafts, storytelling, and local music. Catch the final days before the season closes.
Culture
Petra by Night
Every Monday, Wednesday & Thursday · Petra
Walk the candlelit Siq to the Treasury by night — over 1,800 candles illuminate the rose-red façade in one of Jordan's most unforgettable and magical experiences.
Proud of the Nashama
Jordan's first-ever World Cup campaign may be over, but the Nashama showed the world they belong. From Santa Clara to Amman — a nation stands prouder than ever.
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