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Observer
4 hours ago
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Red Warriors charged up for Jordan encounter
MUSCAT, JUNE 3 With anticipation building and stakes higher than ever, the Oman national football team continued their final preparations ahead of the crucial clash against Jordan on Thursday in the decisive rounds of the AFC Asian Qualifiers — Road to 2026. The Red Warriors will conclude their warm-up sessions with a final training on Wednesday night at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex, the same venue that will host Thursday's pivotal encounter. This match marks the penultimate fixture for Oman in Group C, to be followed by an away challenge against Palestine on Tuesday in Amman city in Jordan. Oman's head coach Rasheed Jaber, supported by his assistant Yaqoob al Sabahi, is counting on the depth and experience of key players including: Ali al Busaidy, Ahmed al Khamisi, Harib al Saadi and Esam al Subhi, who recently scored the decisive goal in Oman's 1-0 friendly win over Lebanon. The squad also boasts promising young talents, such as Tariq al Saadi, who are ready to contribute in this defining phase beside many other young players. The striker Mohsin al Ghassani will miss Jordan match due to the yellow cards accumulative. The Jordanian team, led by head coach Jamal Salami, is expected to hold their official training session at the match venue on Wednesday, after concluding two warm-up days at Seeb Stadium. Jordan, like Oman, is targeting an automatic qualification berth and will be eager to protect their advantage from the first-leg win 4-0 last October. However, the calculations will be much different on Thursday assignment as Red Warriors will take the advantage of the home and fans support to register a positive result that will keep Oman's hopes alive for sealing direct berth towards USA, Mexico and Canada next year. Both teams will hold their official pre-match press conference and technical meeting on Wednesday, offering final insights into their preparations and strategies for what promises to be a tense, high-stakes contest. Oman, With ten points in hand, will aim to produce a statement performance to bring their Fifa World Cup 2026 dreams closer to reality especially they will receive an advantage of home support.
Observer
a day ago
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Red Warriors eye triumph against Jordan in Muscat
MUSCAT, JUNE 2 All eyes will be on the final two matches of the AFC Asian Qualifiers — Road to 26 as Red Warriors will take on Jordan on Thursday in Muscat and followed by Palestine match on next Tuesday in Amman city. Red Warriors will focus to target for the triumph against Jordan to get inch closer for an automatic spot at the Fifa World Cup 2026 which will be be hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States. Oman under the coaching guidance of the experienced domestic coach Rasheed Jaber are seeking for a historic appearance at the global showpiece and all the fans are looking for achieving this dream which is getting closer in this qualifier. Coaching staff headed by Rasheed Jaber and his assistant Yaqoob al Sabahi are very busy to find the alternative for Amjad al Harthy in the defending line and the goalie Ibrahim al Mukhaini who both were suffering to an injury. Jameel al Yahmadi, Thani al Rushaidi and Mulhem al Sunaidy are different options for the coaching staff to cover Amjad's position while the goalie Fayez al Rushaidi is currently under a tight training sessions to register a come back to the team after his absence in the last few matches due to the injury. As part of their comprehensive preparations, Oman played two successful friendly matches behind closed doors including a 4-1 win against Niger and a 1-0 victory over Lebanon, with the team showing clear progress in attacking fluidity and defensive structure. In contrast, Jordan's recent friendly ended in a 2-0 defeat to Saudi Arabia last Friday with goals from Hassan Al Tambakti and Muhanad Al Saad. Jordan's head coach Jamal Salami is expected to focus on addressing tactical lapses and defensive errors from that match, though they also face injury concerns of their own, including the absence of Ihsan Haddad, while Noor Al Rawabdeh and Ali Alwan under medical team supervision before returning to action. Oman will be seeking revenge after suffering a 4-0 defeat to Jordan in the first-leg encounter in Amman last October. With a passionate home crowd behind them and momentum on their side, the Red Warriors will aim to flip the narrative and move a step closer to making history. Following the Jordan clash, Oman will conclude their qualification campaign with an away fixture against Palestine on Tuesday in what could be a decisive match for a place in the 2026 Fifa World Cup.
Observer
2 days ago
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Oman players fit and raring to go
MUSCAT, JUNE 1 As the crucial AFC Asian Qualifiers — Road to 26 are approaching, Oman team players are fully prepared and highly motivated ahead of their crucial clash against Jordan on Thursday at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex in Bausher. Sitting on ten points, Red Warriors are eyeing for a victory that would bring them level with their West Asian rivals keeping alive their hopes of automatic qualification for the 2026 Fifa World Cup. The players, under the guidance of head coach Rasheed Jaber, are fit, focused and raring to go as the intensity of the qualifiers reaches its peak. Coach Rasheed and his technical team have maintained a highly disciplined and focused atmosphere in training sessions, pushing the players to give their utmost in pursuit of a critical three points. The squad will enter this fixture on a high note following strong performances in their recent friendlies, including a 4-1 win over Niger and a 1-0 victory against Lebanon last week. The players are in good form physically and mentally following various warm up sessions in the last period. The coaching staff set a clear goal and the players will fight for it especially their recent positive momentum including their runner-up finish at the last Gulf Cup and registering positive results in the last two rounds of the Asian Qualifiers against South Korea and Kuwait. On the other side, Jordan team arrived in Muscat on Sunday night and are set to begin their warm-up sessions on Monday and Tuesday, ahead of their official training on Wednesday at Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex venue which will host the tight encounter. Both teams are still in the race for qualification and they are targeting for a triumph. The stage is all set for a high-stake encounter that could shape the final standings in the group. Oman fans will be hoping the Red Warriors can deliver a memorable performance and edge closer to a historic World Cup berth.
Observer
4 days ago
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Oman's Fifa qualifier squad confirmed by coach Rasheed
MUSCAT: With just five days remaining before the decisive final rounds of the Fifa World Cup 2026 Asian Qualifiers, Oman national team head coach Rasheed Jaber announced officially the final 28 man squad that will represent the national team in the remaining two critical fixtures against Jordan on Thursday in Muscat and Palestine on June 10 in Amman city in Jordan. The finalised list saw inclusion of Tariq al Saadi, the promising forward currently playing for UE Sant Andreu SC in Spain, who impressed during the preparatory friendlies. His selection reflects the coaching staff's focus on injecting new talent into the squad to strengthen the attacking line. However, the squad did not feature Abdulsalam al Shukaili, the top scorer of the Omantel League this season. Despite his domestic form, the coaching team opted for a lineup they believe fits best within the strategic framework and tactical plans for the upcoming qualifiers. Oman's Fifa qualifier squad confirmed by coach Rasheed The announcement of the squad follows Oman's 1-0 victory over Lebanon in a closed-door friendly match which took place on Wednesday night at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex. Essam al Subhi scored the lone goal in the 4th minute, showcasing sharp form and helping the Red Warriors maintain momentum following an earlier 4-1 win over Niger. After a well-deserved one-day rest on Thursday, the national team reported back to the training sessions on Friday night at Seeb Stadium. The coaching staff, led by Rasheed Jaber and his assistant Yaqoob al Sabahi, are expected to intensify preparations in the remaining five days leading up to the pivotal home match against Jordan on Thursday in a game that falls just one day before Eid Al Adha. Oman's Fifa qualifier squad confirmed by coach Rasheed This match is seen as a do-or-die fixture for Oman, who currently sit fourth in their group with ten points from eight matches, trailing leaders South Korea by six points. A victory against Jordan could revive the team's qualification hopes and set up a dramatic finale against Palestine. With team harmony building, defensive solidity proven and attacking options sharpened, Red Warriors enter the final stretch with determination and belief, ready to deliver for the nation on football's biggest stage. Oman Squad: Fayez al Rushedi, Abdulmalik al Badri, Ahmed al Rawahi, Khalid al Buraiki, Ahmed al Khamisi, Thani al Rushedi, Majid al Saadi, Ghanim al Habshi, Ali al Busaidy, Ahmed al Kaabi, Mulhem al Sunaidy, Hamed al Habsi, Harib al Saadi, Abdullah Fawaz, Arshad al Alawi, Musab al Shaqsi, Al Mundher al Alawi, Abdulrahman al Mushefri, Salah al Yahyaei, Hatim al Roushdi, Jameel al Yahmadi, Hussain al Shahri, Essam al Subhi, Mohsin al Ghassani, Zaher al Aghbari, Tariq al Saadi, Sultan al Marzooq and Mohammed al Ghafri.
Observer
5 days ago
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Oman edge Lebanon in final tune-up match
MUSCAT: The Oman national football team edged Lebanon 1-0 in the second closed-door friendly match on Wednesday at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex. The win provided a crucial morale boost ahead of the decisive upcoming fixtures in the Fifa World Cup 2026 Asian Qualifiers against Jordan on June 5 in Muscat and Palestine on June 10. The only goal of the match came early in the 4th minute as striker of Iraq's Al Quwa Al Jawiya, Essam al Subhi, calmly converted a low pass inside the penalty area, firing past Lebanese goalkeeper Mustafa Matar. The goal was as a result of quick teamwork and clinical finishing which gave the Red Warriors an early edge that they held onto until the final whistle. Oman and Lebanon players in action Under the leadership of head coach Rasheed Jaber, Oman team players displayed strong dominance in the first half, with noticeable harmony among the starting lineup. The well-structured midfield and cohesive backline helped the team maintain control of the tempo throughout the opening 45 minutes. Lebanon pushed hard in the second half in an attempt to equalise but Red Warriors solid defensive line stood firm. Despite sustained pressure, the visiting side was unable to breach the defense, thanks to well-timed tackles and excellent positioning across all the three lines. During the match, the coaching staff made various substations to stand on the player's technical capabilities and evaluate their final readiness. Oman and Lebanon players in action Coach Rasheed Jaber began the match with the a starting lineup that featured from Fayez al Rushaidi as a goalie; a defensive line comprising from Thani al Rushaidi, Ali al Busaidy, Ahmed al Khamisi and Khalid al Buraiki. The midfielders were Abdulrahman al Mushaifri, Arshad al Alawi, Jameel al Yahmadi and Harib al Saadi while Hamed al Habsi and Essam al Subhi leading the front line. The win served as a morale booster for the national team as they head into two pivotal World Cup qualifying matches against Jordan on June 5 in Muscat and it will be followed by a clash with Palestine on June 10 in Amman city, Jordan.
