Badou Zaki reveals stance on Jordan national team job after official offer
Badou Zaki, head coach of Niger, has revealed his stance on an offer to coach the Jordan national team after the Jordan Football Association dismissed Jamal Al-Saleemi following the team’s disastrous 2026 World Cup campaign.
«I would not refuse an offer to coach Jordan», Zaki told Al-Mashhad Sports during an interview. He added: «I currently have an offer from Niger, but the Jordan offer is one I would not refuse».
Jordan’s last result Jordan’s most recent match ended in a 2-3 loss to Morocco on December 18, 2025. Over the past five games, Jordan has won four and lost one (LWWWW, most recent first).
Why was Jamal Al-Saleemi sacked?
The Jordan Football Association dismissed Jamal Al-Saleemi after the «Nashama» exited the 2026 World Cup without a single point. The tournament, hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, saw Jordan fail to score or earn any points.
«The team exited with zero points», the source confirmed, noting that the performance fell far short of expectations at the world’s biggest competition.
What’s next? Will Zaki accept the offer?
With offers from both Niger and Jordan on the table, Zaki has yet to make a final decision. «I currently have an offer from Niger», he repeated, but he did not rule out the Jordan offer.
The move comes as Jordanese football faces a technical crisis following Al-Saleemi’s sudden departure. Fans are now wondering who will take charge, especially with upcoming fixtures looming.
Reactions to Al-Saleemi’s dismissal
The decision to sack Al-Saleemi has drawn criticism from «Nashama» supporters, who argued the team deserved better than its poor World Cup showing. The move has also raised questions about the future of Jordanese football and the level of investment in the national team.
«The Nashama need a coach who can restore confidence after this heavy loss», said one fan.
What happens now?
The Jordan FA is now awaiting Zaki’s response, which could shape the team’s immediate future. If Zaki declines, officials are expected to explore other options.
Amid this backdrop, the big question remains: Can Jordan recover its balance before the next set of matches?
