Jordan dreams of a "Moroccan-style" journey for its first World Cup

Placed in Group J alongside Argentina, Algeria and Austria, the Jordanians are about to discover the World Cup, scheduled from June 11 to July 19 in North America. Far from going there to simply make up the numbers, the group draws its strength from the exceptional run of Morocco, a semi-finalist in the previous edition.

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As reported by Reuters from this training camp under strict media restrictions, the national coach urges his men to be bold. "In major competitions, many teams can surprise. My country, Morocco, reached the semi-finals in the last World Cup," recalls Jamal Sellami, hammering home that this precedent must forge their inner conviction.

Brilliantly qualified after finishing second in their Asian group behind South Korea, Jordan approaches the test with an insatiable hunger. Midfielder Noor Al-Rawabdeh confides that this anticipation sometimes prevents them from sleeping at night, affirming that they are aiming as far as possible. Defender Mohammad Abu Alnadi shares this excitement, determined to measure himself against the elite and "make history again".

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This fervor is nevertheless overshadowed by the war in the Middle East, which has forced the team to relocate this gathering initially planned at home. Hoping for the return of peace, the group adapts and sharpens its weapons during a friendly tournament bringing together Costa Rica, Nigeria and Iran. Gaining experience step by step, Jamal Sellami promises his opponents to create the surprise, "Inshallah".