Their physical and mental preparation is at its peak.”
Hussein also highlighted the significance of regional representation. “I am happy with the level of representation by Arab teams.
We Jordanians are proud of every victory and qualification achieved by an Arab national team, just as we are proud of our own.
We are one nation, with one goal and one vision,” he said.
National Unity and Fan Excitement
The tournament features an unprecedented presence of eight Arab nations, including Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Iraq, following the expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams.
To facilitate fan support, the Jordanian government announced that public employees could start work at 10 a. m.
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on match days.
According to Prof. Ronen Yitzhak, head of Middle East studies at Western Galilee Academic College, King Abdullah's brother, Prince Ali bin Hussein, leads the Jordan Football Association, elevating the tournament to a state matter that helps citizens disconnect from economic and regional hardships.
“A people fulfilling its dream” was released by the team on June 6 as part of its official anthem lyrics, while fans across the country expressed immense pride.
“From the heart of Jordan to the brave men of Al-Nashama — today you represent not just a team, but an entire nation,” said one female fan.
Another fan stated, “Our first World Cup appearance is not just an achievement, but the beginning of history written in Jordan's name.
