The Jordanian national football team, known as the Nashama, has started technical and physical training in Amman for the 2026 World Cup [1].
This preparation is critical as Jordan faces one of the most formidable opponents in international football. The team's ability to compete against a powerhouse like Argentina will be a defining moment for Jordanian sports on the global stage.
Coach Jamal Sellami is leading the squad at the Nashama Preparation Center in Amman [1]. The initial training sessions included 20 players [2] as the team works to build the stamina and tactical discipline required for the tournament.
The team's path was set following the official draw held at the John Kennedy Center in the U.S. [3]. Jordan has been placed in a group that includes Argentina, meaning the squad will face Lionel Messi during the group stage [1].
Sellami said the team is preparing for the challenge of facing Argentina and Messi. The coach said the need for rigorous physical conditioning is necessary to match the pace of the tournament's top contenders [1].
Training focuses on both technical skills and physical endurance to ensure the players can withstand the pressure of the World Cup environment [1]. The Nashama are utilizing their home facilities in Amman to establish a cohesive strategy before traveling to the tournament hosts [1].
“The Jordanian national football team has started technical and physical training in Amman for the 2026 World Cup.”
Jordan's inclusion in a group with Argentina represents a significant test for the Nashama's tactical maturity. Facing a team led by Lionel Messi provides the Jordanian squad with high-level international exposure, but it also necessitates a defensive strategy capable of neutralizing one of the world's most efficient offenses.
