• Jordan U23 national team continues intensive training ahead of crucial match

The Jordan U23 national team looks to extend its remarkable run in the 2026 Asian Cup in Jeddah, after qualifying for the quarterfinals, amid an atmosphere of optimism among both players and fans.

Although Al-Nashama’s group stage performance was not entirely satisfying from a technical standpoint, they managed to achieve the required results, finishing second in Group A with 6 points, following key victories over Saudi Arabia (3-2) and Kyrgyzstan (1-0), after an opening loss to Vietnam (0-2).

The upcoming clash against Japan U23 next Friday marks a historic encounter, as the two teams have never faced each other in this age category. The 1-1 draw in their previous friendly in Qatar gives Al-Nashama confidence in securing a positive outcome.

Experience stands out in Jordan’s squad, with an average age of 20.4 years compared to Japan’s 19.7, alongside the players’ high fighting spirit, which could offset any technical differences in favor of the opponents.

Among Jordan’s key assets is striker Ali Al-Zaaiza, who joined the squad after the Vietnam match and scored 3 goals in the games against Saudi Arabia and Kyrgyzstan, making him a pivotal figure in boosting the team’s hopes of reaching the semifinals or beyond.

The Jordan U23 national team continues intensive training ahead of the eagerly awaited match, with strong fan attention, keeping their focus on overcoming Japan to achieve a new milestone in the history of Jordanian football.