Moroccan Coach Jamal Sellami Leads Jordan to Historic World Cup Qualification

Rabat– Moroccan coach Jamal Sellami has guided the Jordanian national football team to a historic achievement, officially securing a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. 

Jordan clinched a decisive 3-0 victory over Oman in the Asian qualifiers, with standout player Ali Alouan delivering a brilliant hat-trick to seal the win.

With this latest triumph, Jordan now leads Group B with 16 points, sharing the top of the table with South Korea, who also have 16 points but trail in goal difference. Iraq, a direct competitor, slipped to third place with 12 points following their stumble against South Korea — a result that confirmed Jordan’s direct qualification even before the final round of matches on Tuesday.

This moment marks a major milestone in Jordan’s football history, as the team, known as the “Nashama,” qualifies for the World Cup for the first time ever. Coach Jamal Sellami’s leadership and tactical vision have been widely praised, especially for how Jordan managed its strength throughout the qualifiers with smart, composed play.

Against Oman, Jordan showcased not just individual talent but collective discipline, leaving no opportunity for their opponent to recover.

Jordan now becomes the tenth team to officially qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, joining hosts Canada, Mexico, and the United States, as well as Iran, Japan, Uzbekistan, South Korea, Argentina, and New Zealand. Notably, Jordan is also the only Arab nation to have secured qualification at this stage.

The victory and qualification underline not only a golden era for Jordanian football but also reinforce Morocco’s growing influence in the sport, with Coach Sellami joining a new generation of Moroccan football figures making their mark on the global stage.