Moscow: Jordanian refereeing made its first-ever appearance at the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Monday, with an all-Jordanian officiating team taking charge of the match between Spain and Cape Verde in Group H. Jordanian referee Adham Makhadmeh officiated the match, becoming the first from his country to serve as the main referee in a World Cup fixture. He was assisted by Mohammad Bakar and Ahmad Al-Ruwaili.
According to Jordan News Agency, the match, played at Atlanta Stadium as part of the opening round of Group H, ended in a goalless draw. This appointment marks a historic milestone for Jordanian refereeing on the global stage and reflects the confidence placed in Jordanian match officials by the governing body of world football.