Jordan qualify for World Cup for first time

Jordan qualify for the World Cup for the first time at the 11th attempt after South Korea beat Iraq 2-0, confirming the Jordanian’s progress to the finals. (X@esthybella1)
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  • Ali Olwan scored a hat-trick in Jordan's 3-0 win over Oman earlier on Thursday

AMMAN: Jordan have qualified for the World Cup for the first time at the 11th attempt after South Korea's 2-0 win over Iraq confirmed the west Asian nation's progress to the finals.

Ali Olwan scored a hat-trick in Jordan's 3-0 win over Oman earlier on Thursday before South Korea's win in Basra confirmed the country's progress to the 2026 finals in North America.

The Jordanians can no longer be overtaken in second place in Group B by third-placed Iraq.