The Jordanian national team continued its modest results since the beginning of the current year 2026, with a goalless draw with Venezuela in a friendly match on Tuesday.
The Jordanian national team, under the leadership of its veteran Moroccan coach, Badou Al-Zaki, did not take advantage of the ground staff and the audience, as the match was held at King Abdullah II Stadium in Al-Quweismeh in the capital, Amman, and the two teams emerged with a clean sheet.
Al-Nashama maintained their record undefeated under the leadership of Al-Zaki, who started the campaign with a 1-1 draw with Syria on September 27.
Badu Al-Zaki assumed responsibility, succeeding his compatriot Jamal Al-Salami, who qualified Jordan for the World Cup for the first time in its history, but was eliminated from the first round with three defeats against Austria, Argentina and Algeria.
Before the 2026 World Cup, Jordan tied with Nigeria and Costa Rica in two friendly matches during March, and lost to Switzerland and Colombia in two friendly matches during May and June, leaving the Jordanian national team without a win throughout the current year.
The Jordanian national team is preparing to participate in the 2027 Asian Nations Cup in Saudi Arabia, where the runner-up of the last edition of the continental championship will begin its campaign against Uzbekistan, Bahrain and North Korea in the second group competitions.
In a scene that mixed spontaneity and astonishment, the professional Yemeni player in the ranks of the Saudi Al-Shabab Club, Adel Abbas, did not realize that his name would be present at the closing ceremony of the Gulf Cup tournament. While Abbas was sitting with his friends at home watching the live broadcast of the coronation ceremony on the screen, his name was officially called as the winner of the “Best Young Talent” award in the tournament, causing astonishment to spread in the room. The young player’s eyes could not believe the news at first, as he appeared to be pointing with his hand at the screen, asking questions. With disbelieving laughter, he then stands up and performs his prostration in gratitude to God as soon as he comprehends the news, amid the warm congratulations and cheers of his teammates who shared this exceptional moment with him. This well-deserved coronation comes as an extension of the numbers and distinguished appearance made by the 18-year-old young playmaker with the Yemeni national team, as he played 3 matches in the group stage for a total of 148 minutes during which he succeeded in leaving a remarkable offensive impact by scoring one goal and assisting two others. He attracted attention with his movements and high field vision in the midfield, and received praise from followers and critics, crowning his efforts with this award.
Sadness fell over the Jordanian football family, after the death of the young player Moatasem Iyad Hamza Al-Taweel, a player for Al-Ahly’s under-18 team, following a tragic run-over accident in the capital, Amman. Al-Ahly club mourned its young player, offering its condolences to his family, relatives and colleagues, amid a state of shock and sadness in the Jordanian sports community after the sudden departure of the 17-year-old player. According to the Jordanian press, the accident occurred in the Bayader Wadi Al-Seer area. In Amman, after Moatasem got off the club bus and was on his way to his home, before he was run over, he died as a result of the injuries he suffered. Moatasem hails from the Palestinian town of Farata, and was residing with his family in Jordan. He continued his football career within the age groups, as he previously represented Al-Hussein Club before moving to Al-Ahly. The death of the young player sparked a wide wave of sadness and condolences, as Jordanian clubs, sports figures, and fans mourned him, Recalling his short career and his ambition to continue his football career.
