JORDAN FOOTBALL

Jordan Football’s national team has unveiled a 30‑player preliminary squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, led by forward Mousa Al Tamari. Notable absentees include Yazan Al Naimat and Adham Al‑Quraishi, sidelined with long‑term ACL injuries, and Issam Smeeri, ruled out due to a ruptured Achilles tendon. The squad reflects a blend of domestic and overseas talent, with coach Jamal Sellami planning final preparations via friendlies against Switzerland on May 31 and Colombia on June 7 before heading to the United States. Jordan faces a challenging Group J in its World Cup debut, drawn alongside Argentina, Austria, and Algeria.