Jordan's national team hosts a four-nation friendly tournament in preparation for the 2026 World Cup
Jordan is hosting a four-nation friendly tournament in preparation for the 2026 World Cup, which includes teams from Iran, Nigeria, and Costa Rica.
The Jordanian Football Association has announced the organization of a four-nation international friendly tournament, scheduled for late March in Amman. The tournament will see the participation of the Jordan national team along with teams from Iran, Nigeria, and Costa Rica as a part of their preparations for the upcoming 2026 World Cup, which will be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This initiative reflects Jordan's commitment to strengthening its team ahead of the global event.
The tournament will kick off with two matches scheduled on the first day, March 27, where Jordan will face Costa Rica, and Iran will take on Nigeria at different venues in Amman. The matchups are designed not only to build team synergy but also to provide the players with the much-needed competitive experience against formidable opposition. Such preparatory matches are crucial as they can boost the teamβs confidence and compatibility right before the World Cup.
On March 31, the tournament will conclude with Jordan facing Nigeria and Iran playing against Costa Rica. Furthermore, Jordan's coach, Jamal Salami, has planned an additional friendly against Switzerland in May, which will be vital as the team fine-tunes its strategy and player roster ahead of this prestigious tournament. Overall, these friendly matches hold significant promise for Jordan's ambitions in the upcoming World Cup, offering an essential opportunity to assess their development and readiness against diverse playing styles.