Beha Faisal's Return to the National Team
The recent call-up of Beha Faisal, a forward for Al-Wahda Club in Qatar, to the Jordanian national football team has sparked significant acclaim among a large segment of Jordanian fans. Supporters took to social media to express their satisfaction with Faisal's return to the "Nashama" roster after a lengthy absence from international play. The announcement was made by Al-Wahda through their official channels, confirming that Faisal would join the national team for their upcoming training camp later this month, as they prepare for critical challenges ahead, including the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
Concerns and Questions Surrounding the Call-Up
While many fans are excited about Faisal's inclusion, his return has also raised questions regarding the circumstances surrounding it. Speculation has arisen about whether his selection was influenced by the recent injury of another forward, Yazan Al-Naimat, who suffered a serious ligament injury that may hinder his participation in future matches. Alternatively, some suggest that Faisal's call-up is a recognition of his impressive performances in the Qatari league, highlighting the national team's need for additional offensive options at this critical juncture.
National coach Othman Al-Hassanat remarked that while he believes Faisal's inclusion is overdue, the timing of the call-up is challenging. He indicated that it would have been more beneficial to have Faisal join the team earlier, especially before the last Arab Cup held in Qatar, where the "Nashama" finished as runners-up. Al-Hassanat noted that earlier integration would have allowed Faisal to better blend with the team dynamics and adapt to the coaching staff's tactical strategies.
Sports analyst Raafat Al-Abadi echoed this sentiment, stating that Faisal's addition comes in light of the coaching staff's ongoing search for offensive alternatives following Al-Naimat's injury. Al-Abadi described Faisal as a traditional striker, also referred to as a target man, and emphasized that while his playing style may not entirely align with the 3-4-3 formation typically employed by coach Jamal Salami, Faisal possesses valuable technical skills that warrant his inclusion in the national setup. He pointed out that Salami had hinted at the possibility of bringing Faisal back to the squad during a previous training camp in Tunisia.
In summary, while Beha Faisal's call-up has elicited positive reactions and praise from fans, it also reflects the national team's need for strategic depth in the face of injuries. The upcoming training camp, set for later this month, will be crucial as the national team prepares to face Costa Rica and Nigeria in two friendly matches.
As reported by alghad.com.
