Jordan
Odds to win: 500/1
Overview
Jordan are an emerging force in Asian football, having reached the 2024 Asian Cup final for the first time in their history, a remarkable achievement for a nation with limited footballing infrastructure compared to the region's wealthier Gulf states. Al-Nashama play organized, disciplined football built on a strong defensive foundation and quick counter-attacks. Their squad is primarily composed of players from the Jordanian and Gulf leagues, supplemented by a handful of players in lower European divisions. Jordan's qualification for the World Cup would be a historic first and a crowning achievement for a national team program that has made significant strides in recent years.
Key Players
Mousa Al-Tamari
Forward · Montpellier
Yazan Al-Naimat
Forward · Young Boys
World Cup History
Jordan have never qualified for a FIFA World Cup. Their appearance at the 2026 tournament would be the most significant achievement in Jordanian football history. Jordan reached the final round of Asian World Cup qualifying for the first time for the 2014 cycle and have shown steady improvement in their competitiveness at the continental level.
Group J Opponents
Fun Fact
Jordan's run to the 2024 Asian Cup final, beating South Korea and Iraq along the way, was one of the most surprising stories in recent Asian football and sparked unprecedented celebrations across the kingdom.
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