Amman, June 21 (Petra) — The most prominent historical,
archaeological and tourist landmarks were illuminated in red on
Saturday evening in a nationwide display of support for the national
football team ahead of its FIFA World Cup 2026 clash against Algeria
on Tuesday.

The initiative transformed a number of the Kingdom’s iconic landmarks
into symbols of national solidarity, with red lighting illuminating
Umm Al-Jimal Archaeological Site, selected landmarks in Jerash,
Madaba Archaeological Hill, the Church of the Apostles in Madaba,
Aqaba Archaeological Church, Jabal Al-Qal’a and the Umayyad Palace in
Amman, Shobak Castle, Qasr Shabeeb in Zarqa, Ajloun Castle, Aqaba
Castle and Abdoun Bridge.

The coordinated initiative is part of wider national and
institutional efforts to rally public support behind the national
team during its historic debut at the FIFA World Cup finals while
reinforcing the festive atmosphere across the Kingdom.

The red illumination also reflects the national team’s official
colors for its Group J encounter with Algeria, with organizers
calling on supporters across Jordan to wear red as a visible
expression of backing for the Nashama.

The initiative coincides with a series of nationwide fan events,
including live public screenings of Jordan’s World Cup matches at the
Roman Theatre in Amman and multiple venues across the governorates,
allowing supporters to gather and follow the team’s World Cup journey
in a unified national setting.

Jordan enters Tuesday’s match backed by strong nationwide support and
growing optimism as the team looks to build on its performances
during its first-ever appearance at the FIFA World Cup, a milestone
widely celebrated as one of the most significant achievements in the
country’s football history.

//Petra// RZ