FIFA World Cup
Head coach Jamal Sellami named his final 26-man squad, with Rennes winger Al Taamari and prolific forward Olwan expected to play key roles as Jordan seek to progress from a difficult Group J.
Al Taamari, Jordan's standout star and the only player in the squad competing in one of Europe's top five leagues, has earned 91 caps and scored 24 international goals. The 29-year-old midfielder will be the team's main attacking threat heading into the global showpiece.
Olwan arrives in impressive form, having netted 29 goals in 65 appearances for Jordan. The Al Sailiya striker's finishing ability and physical presence provide Sellami's side with an additional dimension in attack.
Jordan will also rely on the experience of captain Ihsan Haddad and defender Yazan Al Arab, while midfielders Noor Al Rawabdeh and Rajaei Ayed are expected to provide stability and creativity in the centre of the park.
Drawn alongside reigning champions Argentina in Group J, Jordan face a stern test in their maiden World Cup appearance but will be hoping their disciplined approach and attacking quality can help them challenge for a place in the knockout stage.
The Squad
Goalkeepers: Yazeed Abulaila, Abdallah Al-Fakhouri, Nour Bani Attiah
Defenders: Ihsan Haddad, Yazan Al-Arab, Abdallah Nasib, Mohammad Abu Hashish, Saed Al-Rosan, Husam Abu Dahab, Mo Abualnadi, Salim Obaid, Anas Badawi
Midfielders: Rajaei Ayed, Noor Al-Rawabdeh, Ibrahim Sadeh, Nizar Al-Rashdan, Mohannad Abu Taha, Amer Jamous, Mohammad Al-Dawoud
Forwards: Musa Al-Taamari, Mahmoud Al-Mardi, Ali Olwan, Mohammad Abu Zrayq, Odeh Al-Fakhouri, Ibrahim Sabra, Ali Azaizeh
Photo: AFP
