Jamal Sellami

Jamal Sellami, the Tunisian coach who took charge of Jordan, organises his side in a compact defensive shape — typically a 4-4-2 or 4-5-1 — that prioritises defensive solidity and quick transitions over elaborate build-up. He guided Jordan through a competitive AFC qualification campaign to reach their first-ever World Cup, a historic achievement. His experience managing in the Arab football world gives him credibility with a squad drawn largely from Jordanian, Gulf, and Southeast Asian leagues.

Jamal Sellami typically deploys a 4-5-1 that compresses into a 4-4-2 mid-block when defending, relying on Noor Al-Rawabdeh and Nizar Al-Rashdan to screen the defence and recycle possession. When Jordan win the ball back, they look immediately to release Mousa Al-Tamari in behind on the counter. Yazan Al-Arab, who plays club football in South Korea, provides width and athleticism on the flanks.