“I’m very proud to have been given this task and I promise you I’ll do my best to represent your country.” Those were Harry Redknapp’s first words as he was unveiled as the new coach of Jordan, the well-known English manager underlining his commitment to the cause – despite taking command for a limited time only. His brief, after all, could hardly be more specific, with Redknapp appointed to get results in Jordan’s final two group-stage qualifiers for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™.
Although most coaches prefer time to get to know their players and pass on their message, the new man at the helm has opted to forego all that. Instead, his spell will effectively last just three ho…