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‘We made history’: Jordan fans celebrate the country’s first World Cup appearance
By McKinnon Rice at Fort Worth Report
· June 29, 2026
· 3 min read
Fans of Jordan’s national soccer team filled rows of chairs on the lawn of Levitt Pavilion Saturday night, cheering as the team took on reigning World Cup champion Argentina. Many wore clothing representative of the Middle Eastern country, including jerseys and red-and-white Arab scarves known as ke
Key takeaway Many wore clothing representative of the Middle Eastern country, including jerseys and red-and-white Arab scarves known as keffiyehs.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The outpouring of support for Jordan's national soccer team at Levitt Pavilion is a testament to the diversity and enthusiasm of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Fans from across the region, including Arlington and Houston, gathered to cheer on the team, showcasing the strong Middle Eastern community presence in North Texas. The fact that fans traveled from as far as Houston and even overseas to attend the event highlights the significance of this moment for Jordanian nationals and fans living in the area. As the fifth-largest city in Texas, Fort Worth is no stranger to cultural events and gatherings, but this celebration is particularly noteworthy given Jordan's historic first World Cup appearance. The energy and pride displayed by fans at Levitt Pavilion demonstrate the power of sports to bring people together and transcend borders, and it will be interesting to see how this momentum carries over into future cultural events in the metroplex.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Report ·
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