The Egyptian team faces Jordânia this Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 11:30 am local time at Catar (2:30 pm at Brasília), at Al Bayt Stadium, at Al Khor. The duel is valid for the third round of the Grupo C of the Arab Cup and defines the classification for the quarterfinals. Mohamed Salah, star of Liverpool, is out of the match due to a technical decision, according to the official lineup released by coach Helmi Toulan.
Egito occupies second place with two points and needs a victory to advance. Jordânia, already classified with six points, seeks to confirm the group’s leadership. The absence of Salah, the team’s top scorer in recent competitions, changes the Pharaohs’ offensive planning.
The match takes place in a stadium with a capacity for 68 thousand people, under conditions of 28 degrees Celsius and humidity of 60%. Árbitro Ismail Elfath, from Estados Unidos, commands the starting whistle.
- Reason for embezzlement: Preservação physical agreed with Liverpool to avoid injuries.
- Expected impact: Redução on the speed of Egyptian counterattacks.
- Attack alternatives: Mostafa Mohamed and Mahmoud Trezeguet assume responsibility.
Confirmed lineup of Egito without Mohamed Salah
The Egyptian formation adopts the traditional 4-3-3, with adjustments to compensate for the absence of Salah on the right wing. Técnico Helmi Toulan opts for greater compactness in midfield to neutralize Jordanian counterattacks.
Mohamed El Shenawy saves the goal, replacing the injured Bassam. The defense has Akram Tawfik on the right flank, with Mohamed Abdelmonem and Ahmed Hegazi in the center, and Ahmed Nabil Koka on the left.
In the middle, Amr El Solia, Marwan Attia and Mohamed Elneny control the rhythm. The attack has Mahmoud Trezeguet on the right, Mostafa Mohamed centralized and Hussein El Shahat on the left.
This lineup prioritizes experience, with Elneny returning from suspension to add solidity. Toulan confirmed the list at a press conference the day before, highlighting the need for collective focus.
Formation of Jordânia and replacement options
Jordan maintains the offensive 3-4-3 under Jamal Sellami, with an emphasis on quick transitions. The team is looking to top the group to avoid tougher clashes in the quarterfinals.
Yazeed Abulaila occupies the goal. The three defenders are Abdallah Nasib, Yazan Abu Al-Arab and Salem Al-Ajalin. Laterais Mohammad Al-Dmeiri and Ehsan Haddad support.
Midfield with Noor Al-Rawabdeh, Ali Olwan and Razan Ayed as captain. In attack, Yazan Al-Naimat, Mohammad Al-Tamari and Musa Al-Taamari form the trio.
Subs include Youssef Al-Awoush in the middle and Anas Al-Ayyash in attack. Sellami plans a minimum rotation, preserving the winning base from previous rounds.
Where to watch live and digital platforms
On Brasil, the game is broadcast on SporTV 2 and the Globoplay app, with narration by Galvão Bueno and comments by Casagrande. The signal opens at 2pm on Brasília.
At América Latina, options include DirecTV Sports and DAZN streaming, in Spanish. No Oriente Médio, beIN Sports displays for the Arab public.
Global platforms like FIFA+ offer free streaming via YouTube, with subtitles in multiple languages. Apps like OneFootball provide real-time updates.
- Pay channels: SporTV (Brazil), beIN Sports (MENA).
- Free: FIFA YouTube (except restricted regions).
- Mobile: Flashscore for live stats.
These alternatives guarantee broad coverage, with a focus on accessibility for international fans.
Reasons for Salah’s embezzlement and recent history
Mohamed Federação Egípcia of Futebol prioritized agreements with European clubs.
In November friendlies, Salah played just 45 minutes against Cabo Verde, scoring one goal. Sua last full match for the national team took place in September, in the Copa 2026 qualifiers.
Egito beat Kuwait 2-0 in the Arab Cup debut, but drew goalless with Emirados Árabes. Sem Salah, the team converted 25% of shots in the two games.
Jordan, in turn, beat Emirados (2-0) and Bahrein (3-1), with Al-Tamari scoring three goals. The history between the teams shows balance, with two draws in the last five clashes.
Tactical strategies and individual highlights
Toulan plans high pressure in the first 20 minutes to force Jordanian mistakes. Sem Salah, Trezeguet gains freedom for infiltration, exploiting its speed at 35 km/h.
Elneny, with 90% of successful passes, anchors the middle. In attack, Mohamed is looking for the first goal in the competition, after assisting in 70% of the plays created.
For Jordânia, Al-Naimat leads the group with two goals, using dribbles in 60% of duels. Sellami bets on long balls for Al-Tamari, who finishes with 2.5 shots per game.
Statistics indicate average possession of 55% for Egito, but Jordânia has 40% conversion chances. The duel promises intensity, with an average of 2.8 cards per match in the group.
Conditions of Al Bayt Stadium and arbitration
The stadium, built for Copa of Mundo 2022, features a hybrid pitch that favors short passes. Capacidade sold out with 50 thousand tickets sold in advance.
Temperature of 28 degrees at local noon requires constant hydration, with breaks scheduled by FIFA. Iluminação LED supports global HD broadcasts.
Elfath referees for the third time in Arab tournaments, with a rate of 3.8 fouls per game. Auxiliares Corey Parker and Kyle Atkins monitor offsides via Allen Chapman’s VAR.
The venue records 1.2 goals per minute in the first 15 minutes of group stage games, suggesting quick openings.
Perspectives for classification in the Grupo C
An Egyptian victory adds four points, enough for second place depending on other results. Jordânia advances with any draw, aiming for a confrontation with the leader of Grupo D.
The tournament continues with quarterfinals on December 12, in a single knockout format. Média of 2.4 goals per game in Arab Cup reinforces the expectation of an open score.
Egypt relies on efficiency without Salah, while Jordânia tests squad depth. The vacancy defines the path to the final on December 18th.
