Jordan World Cup 2026 Squad — Players, Manager & Group

Jordan's first ever World Cup — a historic moment for the nation

Jordan are making their first ever World Cup appearance in 2026. This is a historic moment for Jordanian football and for the entire country. The qualification campaign was extraordinary — Jordan finished third in Asian qualifying ahead of more established footballing nations and then beat Bolivia in the intercontinental playoff. Nobody saw this coming even two years ago.

Musa Al-Taamari — the most technically gifted player Jordan has ever produced

Musa Al-Taamari of Rennes is Jordan's standout player and the most technically gifted footballer the country has ever produced. The 26-year-old has established himself in Ligue 1 and his ability to carry the ball and create chances makes him Jordan's primary attacking threat. Everything goes through Al-Taamari.

Group J is as difficult as it gets — Jordan are massive underdogs

Group J is as difficult as it gets. Argentina are defending world champions. Algeria have Mahrez and Bennacer. Even Austria are a well-organised Bundesliga-heavy side under Rangnick. Jordan are massive underdogs in every single game. But that is the beauty of the World Cup — upsets happen and Jordan should approach every game believing they can cause one.

A domestic squad with one European exception

The squad is entirely composed of players from the Jordanian domestic league and the Arab world with the exception of Al-Taamari at Rennes. That is the reality of where Jordanian football is — the development infrastructure and the player pathway to European clubs is still in its early stages.

Jamal Sellami — the manager who performed a miracle

Manager Jamal Sellami has performed a miracle getting Jordan to the World Cup. His defensive organisation and tactical discipline have made Jordan one of the most difficult teams to beat in Asian football. That same approach at the World Cup will at least make them competitive even if results ultimately go against them.

A moment for the Jordanian people — beyond sport

This moment belongs to the Jordanian people as much as the players. Seeing your national team at a World Cup for the first time in history is something that transcends sport. Whatever happens on the pitch Jordan have already achieved something that will be remembered forever.

Who is in Jordan's World Cup 2026 squad?

Full 26-man squad listed above including Musa Al-Taamari.

Who is Jordan's manager at World Cup 2026?

Jamal Sellami.

What group are Jordan in at World Cup 2026?

Group J with Argentina, Algeria and Austria.

When do Jordan play their first World Cup game?

June 16 vs Austria at Levi's Stadium, San Francisco.

Is this Jordan's first World Cup?

Yes — 2026 is Jordan's historic first ever World Cup appearance.