FIFA World Cup 2026 Jordan: Schedule, How to Watch, History & Record
No nation at this World Cup carries a story quite like Jordan’s. After decades of near-misses and watching neighbours qualify while they stayed home, the Nashama finally got there. On June 5, 2025, a 3-0 victory over Oman in Muscat sealed Jordan’s place at FIFA World Cup 2026, the first in the country’s football history.
They land in Group J alongside Argentina, Algeria, and Austria. The reigning world champions are waiting in the final match.
Jordan arrive in North America ranked 63rd in the world as of April 1, 2026, making their debut under head coach Jamal Sellami. The 55-year-old Moroccan tactician became the first man ever to take Jordan to a World Cup, guiding them through a gruelling AFC qualifying campaign that stretched over two years.
Jordan World Cup 2026 Schedule (Local Time)
Jordan observes Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3) with no daylight saving. All three group stage matches fall in the early morning hours locally, so fans in Amman will be watching with coffee rather than at prime time.
| Date | Opponent | Time (AST) | Time (ET) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | Austria | 7:00 AM | 12:00 AM ET (Jun 17) | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara |
| Jun 23, 2026 | Algeria | 6:00 AM | 11:00 PM ET (Jun 22) | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara |
| Jun 28, 2026 | Argentina | 5:00 AM | 10:00 PM ET (Jun 27) | Dallas Stadium, Arlington |
Jordan play their first two fixtures at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium before meeting Argentina at Dallas Stadium in Texas.
The top two teams in Group J advance automatically to the Round of 32. The eight best third-placed teams across all groups also advance, giving Jordan a genuine route through even if they finish third.
How to Watch World Cup 2026 Jordan
beIN Sports holds exclusive broadcast rights across the Middle East and North Africa, including Jordan. Every World Cup match is available live on beIN Sports channels in Arabic and English, via satellite, cable, and IPTV.
Fans outside Jordan can access coverage through authorised regional distributors. Viewers in the United States can watch on FOX and FS1 in English, or on Telemundo and Universo in Spanish.
How to Stream the World Cup 2026 in Jordan
Fans in Jordan can stream every match through beIN Sports Connect, available on iOS, Android, smart TVs, and web browsers. A beIN subscription is required. US-based Jordanian fans can use the FOX Sports App (requires a TV provider login) or Peacock for Telemundo and Universo streams.
How to Listen to the World Cup 2026 in Jordan
Jordanian Radio and Television Corporation (JRTV) is expected to carry live audio commentary on its main radio service for fans without satellite access. beIN Sports also provides Arabic audio through beIN Sports Connect for diaspora fans.
Jordan World Cup History and Record
The 2026 tournament is Jordan’s first-ever FIFA World Cup appearance. The Jordan Football Association was founded in 1949 and the country entered World Cup qualifying for the first time ahead of the 1986 tournament. For nearly four decades the finals remained out of reach.
The closest Jordan came before 2026 was the 2014 qualifying cycle, when they reached the intercontinental play-offs and faced Uruguay. They lost 5-0 on aggregate, a painful reminder of the gap they needed to close. The turning point came at the 2023 AFC Asian Cup, where Jordan reached the final for the first time, losing 1-0 to Qatar. That run changed the squad’s belief entirely.
In the AFC third round, Jordan finished second in Group B behind South Korea with 4 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses from 10 matches. The top two in each group qualified directly. Jordan clinched their place with a 3-0 win over Oman on June 5, 2025. It was the night Amman stopped.
World Cup 2026 Jordan Predictions and Analysis
Group J is a hard draw for any debut nation. Argentina are defending champions. Austria arrive as one of Europe’s most improved sides. Algeria have enough quality to reach the knockouts. Jordan are the underdogs, but that tag brings freedom in a 48-team tournament. The Algeria match on June 22 is the clearest opportunity. A point there keeps alive a run deep into the eight best third-placed places.
Musa Al-Taamari (Rennes) is Jordan’s captain and their most dangerous player. The winger joined Rennes from Montpellier for around 8-9 million euros in February 2025 and became the first Jordanian to play in Ligue 1. His pace and ability to cut inside off the right flank is Jordan’s most reliable attacking route.
Yazeed Abulaila (Al-Hussein) is the first-choice goalkeeper.
Yazan Al-Arab (FC Seoul) anchors the defence with experience from the Korean league.
Ibrahim Sabra (Lokomotiva Zagreb, on loan from Göztepe) provides a European-trained option in attack, while Odeh Al-Fakhouri (Pyramids) offers physicality and a goal threat from set pieces.
Reaching the Round of 32 via the eight best third-placed places is a realistic goal if Al-Taamari delivers on the biggest stage of his career.
Jordan FIFA World Cup 2026 FAQs
What group is Jordan in at the 2026 World Cup?
Jordan is in Group J alongside Argentina, Algeria, and Austria. Their three matches run from June 16 to June 27, 2026, with two games in Santa Clara and the decider in Arlington, Texas.
When is Jordan’s first World Cup match?
Jordan’s first-ever World Cup match is against Austria on June 16, kicking off at midnight ET (7:00 AM AST on June 17) at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium in Santa Clara. It is the first match in the country’s football history at a World Cup.
How did Jordan qualify for the 2026 World Cup?
Jordan qualified via the AFC third round, finishing second in Group B (4W-4D-2L) behind South Korea. The top two teams qualified directly, and Jordan clinched their spot with a 3-0 win over Oman on June 5, 2025.
How can Jordan fans watch for free?
beIN Sports holds all rights in the MENA region and requires a paid subscription. There is no confirmed free-to-air option in Jordan. Fans can stream through beIN Sports Connect on mobile, web, and smart TV.
Who is Jordan’s head coach?
Jordan’s head coach is Jamal Sellami, a 55-year-old Moroccan who succeeded Hussein Ammouta. He won the 2018 African Nations Championship with the Moroccan local-national team and became the first coach to take Jordan to a World Cup.
What is Jordan’s best World Cup result?
The 2026 World Cup is Jordan’s first appearance, so every match sets a new record. At AFC level, their best result was reaching the 2023 AFC Asian Cup final, losing 1-0 to Qatar.
Do Jordan fans need a visa to travel to the USA?
Jordanian passport holders are not in the US Visa Waiver Program and need a B-1/B-2 visitor visa. Apply early through the US Embassy in Amman, as processing times increase significantly during major events.
Who are Jordan’s key players for World Cup 2026?
Captain Musa Al-Taamari (Rennes) is the standout name. Other key players are goalkeeper Yazeed Abulaila (Al-Hussein), centre-back Yazan Al-Arab (FC Seoul), forward Ibrahim Sabra (Lokomotiva Zagreb, on loan from Göztepe), and striker Odeh Al-Fakhouri (Pyramids).
World Cup 2026 Jordan is the story of a football nation that never stopped trying. Group J is steep, but Jordan have earnt their place and Sellami’s side will not come to make up the numbers.
Check the full World Cup 2026 schedule for every kick-off time and date across all 104 matches.
