Jordan World Cup 2026 Squad: Final 26-Player List
Jordan are going to a World Cup for the first time in their history. The Jordan World Cup 2026 Squad was named by coach Jamal Sellami on June 2, 2026, a 26-man group that turns decades of near misses into a debut on the biggest stage. Al-Nashama qualified the hard way, and now they get Argentina, Austria and Algeria.
The breakthrough came on June 5, 2025. Jordan won 3-0 away to Oman in Muscat, and Ali Olwan scored all three goals.
That result locked up second place in their qualifying group and a ticket to North America. A nation that first entered World Cup qualifying back in 1986 finally got there.
Jordan Quick Facts:
- Country: Jordan
- Confederation: AFC
- Nickname: Al-Nashama (The Chivalrous Ones)
- Head Coach: Jamal Sellami
- Captain: Ehsan Haddad
- Group: Group J
- Group Opponents: Argentina, Austria, Algeria
- First Match: June 16 vs Austria, San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, 12:00 AM ET
- Last Group Match: June 27 vs Argentina, Dallas Stadium, 10:00 PM ET
- FIFA Ranking: 62nd (as of June 11, 2026)
- World Cup Appearance: Debut
- Kit Manufacturer: Kelme
Jordan Squad List for World Cup 2026
Goalkeepers
- Yazeed Abulaila, 33, Al-Hussein (Jordan)
- Abdallah Al-Fakhouri, 26, Al-Wehdat (Jordan)
- Nour Bani Attiah, 33, Al-Faisaly (Jordan)
Defenders
- Ehsan Haddad (C), 32, Al-Hussein (Jordan)
- Yazan Al-Arab, 30, FC Seoul (South Korea)
- Abdallah Nasib, 32, Al-Zawraa (Iraq)
- Mohammad Abu Hashish, 31, Al-Karma (Iraq)
- Saed Al-Rosan, 29, Al-Hussein (Jordan)
- Anas Badawi, 28, Al-Faisaly (Jordan)
- Husam Abu Dahab, 26, Al-Faisaly (Jordan)
- Mohammad Abualnadi, 25, Selangor (Malaysia)
- Mohannad Abu Taha, 23, Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya (Iraq)
- Salim Obaid, 34, Al-Hussein (Jordan)
Midfielders
- Mohammad Al-Dawoud, 33, Al-Wehdat (Jordan)
- Rajaei Ayed, 32, Al-Hussein (Jordan)
- Noor Al-Rawabdeh, 29, Selangor (Malaysia)
- Nizar Al-Rashdan, 27, Qatar SC (Qatar)
- Ibrahim Sa’deh, 26, Al-Karma (Iraq)
- Amer Jamous, 23, Al-Zawraa (Iraq)
- Mohammad Taha, 20, Al-Hussein (Jordan)
Forwards
- Mahmoud Al-Mardi, 32, Al-Hussein (Jordan)
- Mousa Al-Tamari, 29, Rennes (France)
- Mohammad Abu Zrayq, 28, Raja Casablanca (Morocco)
- Ali Olwan, 26, Al-Sailiya (Qatar)
- Ali Azaizeh, 22, Al-Shabab (Saudi Arabia)
- Odeh Al-Fakhouri, 20, Pyramids (Egypt)
Salim Obaid is the oldest name at 34. The youngest are forward Odeh Al-Fakhouri and midfielder Mohammad Taha, both just 20. Captain Ehsan Haddad anchors the back line after nearly a year lost to injury. Sellami has paired that experienced spine with a few raw youngsters who can chase space late in games.
The squad leans heavily on home and regional football. A big block plays in Jordan for Al-Hussein, Al-Wehdat and Al-Faisaly. Another five turn out in Iraq’s league at Al-Zawraa, Al-Karma and Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya. Just one plays in Europe, winger Mousa Al-Tamari in France. The rest are spread across the Gulf, Malaysia, Korea and Egypt.
Jordan World Cup 2026 Fixtures
Jordan play all three group stage matches in the United States. Kick-off times are listed in both Eastern Time (ET) for the host venues and Jordan time (UTC+3) for fans watching at home. Two of the three games are night matches on the West Coast.
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (ET) | Time (Jordan) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 16, 2026 | Austria vs Jordan | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara | 12:00 AM (Jun 17) | 7:00 AM (Jun 17) |
| June 22, 2026 | Jordan vs Algeria | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara | 11:00 PM | 6:00 AM (Jun 23) |
| June 27, 2026 | Jordan vs Argentina | Dallas Stadium, Arlington | 10:00 PM | 5:00 AM (Jun 28) |
The top two teams in Group J move on to the round of 32. The eight best third-placed teams across all 12 groups also advance. That third-place route is the realistic target here, because Argentina look certain to win the group.
The opener against Austria sets the tone. Beat them or grab a point, and the group opens up. Algeria in the second game then becomes the true pivot match for both sides. Argentina close things out in Dallas, where Jordan will mostly try to keep the score respectable.
Manager: Jamal Sellami
Jamal Sellami is a Moroccan coach, born in Casablanca in 1970. He took charge of Jordan in 2024, replacing Hussein Ammouta after the federation made a change. His job was clear from day one. He had to finish the work of dragging Jordan to a first ever World Cup, and he did it.
As a player, Sellami was a defensive midfielder. He came through Raja Casablanca and later turned professional in Turkey with Besiktas. He earned 10 caps for Morocco and went to the 1998 World Cup in France. That tournament experience shapes how calm he stays when the games get big.
His coaching record is strong at home and abroad. He guided Morocco’s local-based side to the 2018 African Nations Championship title and won the Moroccan league with Raja in 2020. With Jordan he reached the 2025 Arab Cup final and sealed World Cup qualification. The king granted him Jordanian citizenship after that run.
Sellami sets Jordan up to defend deep and strike fast. He favours a 3-4-3 shape with the ball that folds into a tight 5-4-1 without it. The plan is built on structure, hard running and quick transitions. Jordan won’t try to outpass Argentina, and they don’t need to.
Star Player: Mousa Al-Tamari
Mousa Al-Tamari is a 29-year-old right winger who plays for Rennes in France. He is the face of Jordanian football and the player every opponent fans out to stop. Quick, direct and brave with the ball, he gives this team something no one else can offer.
Al-Tamari has 90 caps and 24 goals for Jordan, correct as of March 31, 2026. He made his senior debut back in 2016 and has carried the attack ever since. This past season he managed seven goals and 11 assists across 36 games for Rennes, his best return in Europe yet.
His path abroad broke new ground. After joining Montpellier in 2023, he became the first Jordanian to play and score in one of Europe’s top five leagues. Some at home call him the Jordanian Messi. The move to Rennes then put him on a bigger Ligue 1 stage.
Al-Tamari was the driving force behind the 2023 Asian Cup final run. He also scored seven times during this World Cup qualifying campaign. He also scored in a March 2026 friendly against Nigeria. If Jordan are to spring a shock, the ball will run through him.
Key Players to Watch
Ali Olwan
Ali Olwan is a 26-year-old striker at Al-Sailiya in Qatar. He is the most clinical finisher in the squad and one of Jordan’s sharpest ever. With 29 goals already, he sits second on the country’s all-time scoring list behind only Hamza Al-Dardour.
His biggest night came in Muscat in June 2025. Olwan scored a hat-trick in the 3-0 win over Oman that confirmed Jordan’s World Cup place. That display turned him into a national hero overnight. Sellami needs him firing again to give Jordan a goal threat.
Noor Al-Rawabdeh
Noor Al-Rawabdeh is a 29-year-old midfielder who plays for Selangor in Malaysia. He is the engine in the middle, with 66 caps and the legs to cover huge ground. He breaks up play, screens the back three and keeps Jordan compact between the lines.
His value shows most against stronger sides. Al-Rawabdeh wins second balls and slows down counters before they start. Against Argentina and Algeria, that work without the ball matters as much as any pass. He is the quiet glue in Sellami’s system.
Odeh Al-Fakhouri
Odeh Al-Fakhouri is one of the brightest young names in the group at just 20. The forward plays for Pyramids in Egypt, a club that competes at the top of African football. He brings pace and fearless movement off the bench when Jordan need fresh energy.
He is still early in his Jordan career, with a handful of caps so far. A World Cup is a huge stage for a player this young. Even a few minutes in these games could speed up his rise and hint at Jordan’s next era.
Qualification Path & World Cup History
Jordan booked their place through the third round of Asian qualifying. They landed in a tough Group B with South Korea, Iraq, Oman, Palestine and Kuwait. Jordan finished second on 16 points, behind South Korea but clear of Iraq. The top two went straight to the finals.
That final round brought four wins, four draws and two defeats from 10 games. Across the whole campaign Jordan went 8 wins, five draws and three losses in 16 matches, scoring 32 and conceding 12. The 3-0 win at Oman, sealed by Olwan’s hat-trick, was the night it all came together.
This is Jordan’s first ever appearance at a FIFA World Cup. They first entered qualifying for the 1986 tournament and fell short every cycle for forty years. Their best result is listed as not applicable, since 2026 marks the debut. Few debutants arrive with this much hard-won belief.
They came painfully close once before. In 2014 Jordan beat Uzbekistan on penalties to reach the intercontinental playoff, then lost 5-0 on aggregate to Uruguay. The recent rise has been steadier. Runners-up at the 2023 Asian Cup and the 2025 Arab Cup proved this golden generation could handle big nights.
What to Expect & Our Prediction
Jordan will defend first and counter second. Expect a back five out of possession, two banks of four and direct balls toward Al-Tamari and Olwan. Set pieces are a genuine weapon given the height in the squad. The aim is to stay compact, frustrate, and pounce on any mistake.
The weakness is the gap in individual quality. Argentina can pass through any block, and Algeria carry real pace out wide. Jordan also lean hard on Al-Tamari for creativity. If he is quiet or marked out, the goals can dry up fast against better defences.
The Austria opener is the game Jordan circle for points. Algeria then becomes a near must-win if they want a real shot at the knockout rounds. Argentina in Dallas is the toughest assignment in the group, and damage control will be the order of the day.
Honestly, advancing from this group would be a major shock. The fair expectation is third or fourth place. Yet a first World Cup point, most likely against Austria or Algeria, would feel like a triumph for a debut nation. This team has spent two years proving doubters wrong.
Jordan World Cup 2026 Squad FAQs
Is the 2026 World Cup Jordan’s first?
Yes. The 2026 tournament is Jordan’s first ever FIFA World Cup. They entered their first qualifying campaign in 1986 and finally reached the finals four decades later.
Who are the oldest and youngest players?
Defender Salim Obaid is the oldest at 34. Forward Odeh Al-Fakhouri and midfielder Mohammad Taha are the youngest, both aged 20. The squad mixes a veteran core with a small group of young players.
How many Jordan players are based in Europe?
Just one. Mousa Al-Tamari plays for Rennes in France. The rest of the squad is based in Jordan, Iraq, the Gulf and Asia, with home and Iraqi clubs making up the bulk.
Which foreign league has the most Jordan players?
Iraq’s league leads the way with five players. They turn out for Al-Zawraa, Al-Karma and Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya. Strong ties between the two football scenes have made the move a common one.
Who scored the goals that sent Jordan to the World Cup?
Ali Olwan did. He scored a hat-trick in the 3-0 win away to Oman on June 5, 2025. That result confirmed Jordan’s place in the finals for the first time.
Has Jordan ever come close to a World Cup before?
Yes, in 2014. Jordan beat Uzbekistan on penalties to reach the intercontinental playoff, then lost 5-0 on aggregate to Uruguay. That defeat denied them a debut they finally claimed in 2026.
The Jordan World Cup 2026 Squad blends home-based veterans, a strong Iraqi-league core and one true European star in Mousa Al-Tamari.
Jamal Sellami has built a hard, organised team that won’t fear anyone in Group J. A first World Cup point is the goal, and this debut group has earned the right to chase it.
