Jordan will meet Argentina in the final round of the 2026 World Cup, a fixture that carries more symbolic weight than competitive stakes after the team's early exit from the tournament.
A historic showdown
Coach Jamal Sellami has confirmed that his side will field a side unchanged from the group stage, sticking with the 3‑4‑3 system that has defined their campaign.
In goal, Yazeed Abulaila will be protected by a back three of Yazan Al-Arab, Abdallah Nasib and Husam Abu Dahab, while Ihsan Haddad, the seasoned captain, will shift to right wing‑back for his 95th international appearance.
Midfield will be anchored by Noor Al‑Rawabdeh and Nizar Al‑Rashdan, the latter having struck against Algeria and offering a threat from long range.
Up front, Mousa Al‑Tamari will lead the line from the right, known for his pace and directness, while Ali Olwan will start centrally, carrying 29 international goals and the distinction of scoring Jordan’s first-ever World Cup goal against Austria.
Mahmoud Al‑Mardi will complete the front three, adding depth to an attack that has already found the net against Algeria.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 03:00 BST on Sunday, 28 June 2026, and will be broadcast live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer for viewers in the United Kingdom.
A victory over Argentina would mark the most remarkable result in Jordanian football history, even though the team has already been eliminated from the competition.
Coach Sellami indicated that the game also offers an opportunity to give minutes to players such as Odeh Al‑Fakhouri, who has yet to feature in North America.