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Jordan's football federation president, Prince Ali bin Hussein, says players and staff have received overdue Arab Cup 2025 bonuses, two days after he accused FIFA of 'blackmail.' He reiterated that the payment does not change Jordan's stance against supporting FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
A US airbase in eastern Jordan, serving as a CENTCOM command hub, was struck by a missile on January 28. Iran-backed fighters are suspected of launching the attack. US officials are evaluating the situation and potential responses.
Algeria came from behind to beat Jordan 2-1, eliminating the West Asian team from their debut World Cup. Second-half goals from Nadhir Benbouali and Amine Gouiri secured the win, also helping Argentina top Group J.
Algeria staged a dramatic second-half comeback to beat Jordan 2-1 in Group J on Monday. Goals from substitutes Nadhir Benbouali and Amine Gouiri overturned an early Jordan strike, eliminating their opponents and pushing Algeria to the brink of the 2026 World Cup knockout stage.
Austria beat Jordan 3-1 in their World Cup Group J opener, with Marko Arnautovic scoring a stoppage-time penalty. The victory ends a 28-year World Cup absence for Austria.
Jordan will make a historic first appearance at the World Cup in 2026, having qualified after reaching the Asian Cup final and winning the Arab Cup. Under Moroccan coach Jamal Sellami, the team relies on captain Mousa Tamari, known as the 'Messi of Jordan,' for inspiration in Group J alongside Argentina, Austria and Algeria.
The 2026 World Cup will see four debutants – Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan – as the tournament expands to 48 teams. Each brings a unique story, from tiny island nations to a Central Asian giant finally breaking through. They all aim to make their mark beyond just participating.
A growing wave of online fraud is targeting Jordanians through fake social media ads and groups offering cheap gold, often leading to vanished sellers or counterfeit goods. Victims report losing money after falling for promises of quick profits. Authorities and industry experts are urging the public to buy only from licensed retailers.
A series of airstrikes in southern Syria, attributed to Jordan's air force, destroyed a warehouse containing ammunition and drugs. The strikes targeted armed group bases in Suwayda province, according to Al Ekhbariya.
