• The final training camp, held by the national team in Tunisia, revealed a striking reality: Salamí had been very slow to recognize the talent and experience of Ahmad Al-Arsan.

As Jordanian fans anxiously awaited the lineup for the Arab Cup Qatar 2025, especially with the confirmed absence of star Mousa Al-Tamari, attention gradually shifted to the midfield maestro, Ahmad Al-Arsan, who has emerged as the key figure in this critical phase.

Technical data indicate that the Faisali Club star, previously outside the coach’s immediate plans, has now become the cornerstone in Moroccan coach Jamal Salamí’s strategies.

Al-Arsan’s path to the traveling squad heading to Doha was not smooth; there was clear hesitation within the technical staff regarding his call-up.

However, the player forced a reassessment of his abilities through exceptional performance and doubled efforts with his club team, Al-Zaeem, in local competitions. The skillful winger impressed with his sharp field intelligence, superior dribbling, and long-range shooting, proving to be a rare asset whose omission would have been a grave mistake, had circumstances and absences not aligned in his favor.

The last friendly against Mali, which ended in a goalless draw, served as a “certificate of validation” for the player, showcasing refined skills and balanced performance that earned immediate praise from the technical director, who highlighted his leadership qualities and ability to connect lines under pressure.

The significance of Al-Arsan is further evident when observing Faisali Club’s performance in his absence; once he joined the national team, the club’s structure shifted, and it suffered its first loss in the Federation Shield tournament. This confirms that Al-Arsan is not merely a transient player but a performance barometer and difference-maker on whom fans will pin high hopes to compensate for the absence of other professionals and to steer the “Nashama” in the upcoming Arab tournament.