JORDAN FOOTBALL

Jordan Football’s national team, Al‑Nashama, continues focused preparations ahead of their historic first participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The team recently drew 2‑2 in a friendly against Costa Rica, in a four‑nation tournament in Antalya, Turkey, with goals from Bahaa Faisal and Ibrahim Sabra ([m.elbotola.com](https://m.elbotola.com/en/article/2026-03-27-19-35-456.html?utm_source=openai)). Two key players—Yazan Al‑Naimat and Adham Al‑Quraishi—have been ruled out due to injuries sustained during the 2025 Arab Cup ([dailybeirut.com](https://dailybeirut.com/en/sports/key-jordanian-stars-ruled-out-of-world-cup-squad/?utm_source=openai)). Jordan’s coaching staff remains undeterred as they line up further tests, including friendlies against Switzerland on May 31 and Colombia on June 7 in the United States ([jordanpulse.com](https://www.jordanpulse.com/article/12446?utm_source=openai)).