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In a momentous achievement for Asian football, Jordan and Uzbekistan have secured their spots in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking their first-ever appearances at the prestigious tournament.
Jordan defeated Oman 3-0, with Ali Olwan scoring a hat-trick, to confirm their place among the top two teams in Group B.
Ranked 64th in the FIFA World Rankings, Jordan's qualification is a testament to the country's growing football prowess.
Jordan finished as runners-up to Qatar in the 2023 Asian Cup, and this qualification marks a significant milestone in their football development.
Uzbekistan secured their spot with a 0-0 draw against the United Arab Emirates, clinching second place in Group A behind Iran.
Manchester City's Abdukodir Khusanov and national team captain Eldor Shomurodov, who plays for Roma, were instrumental in Uzbekistan's qualification campaign.
Ranked 57th in the world, Uzbekistan's qualification is a notable achievement for the country's football team.
South Korea secured their 11th consecutive World Cup appearance with a 2-0 win over Iraq, thanks to goals from Kim Jin-gyu and Oh Hyeon-gyu.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature a growing list of Asian teams, including South Korea, Iran, Japan, Jordan, and Uzbekistan, alongside co-hosts Mexico, the United States, and Canada, as well as Argentina and New Zealand.
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