Football Association unveils 2029 strategy, launches VAR in Jordanian league

- Launch of new strategy highlights FA’s commitment to development supported by the Hashemite leadership
The Jordan Football Association has unveiled the Jordanian football strategy with a forward-looking vision extending to 2029
The strategy was launched on the sidelines of the FA’s diamond jubilee celebration, held under the patronage of His Majesty King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein and attended by Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah, Prince Ali bin Al Hussein, FA President, and Gianni Infantino, President of FIFA.
The strategy focuses on four main pillars: technical development, empowerment and growth, infrastructure, and social engagement.
Prince Ali bin Al Hussein emphasized that implementing the strategy serves all components of the football system, highlighting that football represents “a national value and enjoys wide public support.”
FA Secretary-General Samar Nassar stated that the strategy was developed following a comprehensive study of the current situation and challenges, noting that the four pillars include 32 goals to be achieved through over 160 executive initiatives.
Key initiatives include developing a high-performance environment for national teams, commercial growth, and infrastructure enhancement.
A major feature of the plan is the introduction of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology in the Jordanian Professional League.
The strategy also includes a national infrastructure plan for stadiums, the relaunch of Prince Ali centers for youth talent, and a focus on juniors and grassroots development.
Under the social engagement pillar, initiatives include establishing a national football museum and implementing an electronic archiving system.
The launch of this new strategy underscores the FA’s commitment to a development methodology supported by the Hashemite leadership.
Automating the league, upgrading infrastructure, and supporting emerging talent are seen as critical steps to elevate Jordanian football at both continental and global levels by 2029.
