The injury curse continues to haunt the Jordanian national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The latest blow comes as right-back Issam Smeeri has been ruled out of the tournament after suffering a torn Achilles tendon.
Smeeri, who plays for Al-Salt SC, sustained the injury during individual training sessions, as confirmed by the Jordan Football Association (JFA). This news adds to the misery of Jamal Sellami’s squad, which is already missing key stars:
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Yazan Al-Naimat: Suffered an ACL tear during the 2025 World Cup.
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Adham Al-Quraishi: Suffered an ACL tear during the final against Morocco.
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Heartfelt Message
Smeeri shared his heartbreak on Instagram, writing:
“It is difficult, truly difficult. O Allah, reward me for my affliction and compensate me with something better. All losses are secondary compared to the loss of Paradise. Alhamdulilah for everything.”
Final Preparations for the Debutants
Jordan is set to make its first-ever World Cup appearance this summer. The “Nashama” will play two friendlies against Switzerland and Colombia on May 31 and June 8 before heading to the big stage.
Jordan’s World Cup Group Stage Schedule:
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June 17: vs Austria
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June 23: vs Algeria (The Arab Derby)
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June 28: vs Argentina (World Champions)
