The Jordânia team faces Iraque this Friday, December 12, 2025, in the quarterfinals of Copa Árabe FIFA, at Education City Stadium, at Al Rayyan, at Catar. The game takes place at 11:30 am at Doha. Ambas teams advanced undefeated in their groups, with Jordânia leading Grupo C after three wins and Iraque second in Grupo D.
The match marks the confrontation between two Asian powers in the tournament, which brings together 16 Arab teams in search of the title. The winner advances to the semi-finals against Arábia Saudita, while the loser is eliminated. The expectation involves tactical duels, with a focus on the solid defense of both teams.
- Live broadcast: The game will be shown on beIN Sports on pay channels on Oriente Médio and
- Free Options: On FIFA YouTube, with global coverage except on Oriente Médio.
- Mobile platforms: Apps like Sofascore and Flashscore offer real-time scores and highlights.
Tickets for the stadium are available on the official FIFA website, with a capacity for 44 thousand fans, and prices start at 50 Qatari riyals.
Recent team performance
Jordânia reaches the knockout stages with an impeccable campaign in the group stage, adding nine points and a six-goal difference. The team scored eight times and conceded just two, standing out for its average ball possession of 43.7%. In the last game, a 3-0 victory over Egito, with goals from Ali Olwan and Yazan Al-Naimat.
Iraque, in turn, accumulated six points, with four goals scored and three conceded, and average possession of 41.7%. The 2-0 defeat to Argélia in the last round did not compromise the classification, but exposed defensive weaknesses. Previous Vitórias included 2-1 over Bahrein and 2-0 against Sudão.
Both teams remain unbeaten in the tournament, which raises the level of competitiveness. Jordânia seeks to repeat the runner-up position of Copa in Ásia 2023, while Iraque aims for the lost title in 2021.
Probable lineups and highlights
Jamal Sellami commands Jordânia with a 4-3-3 formation, prioritizing quick transitions. In the last game against Egito, the lineup included Yazeed Abulaila in goal, Abdallah Nasib in defense, Mohannad Abu Taha in the middle and Yazan Al-Naimat in attack, who scored two goals in the group stage.
For Iraque, Jesús Casas opts for 4-2-3-1, with an emphasis on counterattacks. The recent formation against Argélia had Ahmed Basil as goalkeeper, Ahmed Yahya in defense, Karar Nabeel in the middle and Mohanad Ali up front, scorer of two goals in the tournament. Sem confirmed absences, teams must repeat the bases.
- Jordânia Highlights: Yazan Al-Naimat (2 goals, average rating 7.2), Mohannad Abu Taha (1 assist) and Saed Al Rosan (solid defense).
- Iraque Highlights: Mohanad Ali (2 goals, rating 7.0), Ahmed Basil (1 clean sheet) and Amjad Attwan (1 goal and 1 assist).
The refereeing is in charge of an Asian quartet, with an average of 4 cards per game in recent clashes.
History of clashes and numbers
Jordânia and Iraque have faced each other 21 times since 2006, with Iraque having the advantage: seven wins against Jordan’s four and ten draws. The last duel, in June 2025 for the Eliminatórias Asiáticas, ended 0-0. Na Copa Árabe, balance prevails, with two draws in the last three games.
In recent clashes, 50% of games have seen under 2.5 goals, reflecting defensive styles. Jordânia won the last two duels on neutral territory, but Iraque has a favorable record in knockouts, with a 60% rating.
Statistically, the average possession is balanced, with 42% for Jordânia and 41% for Iraque in the last five mutual games. Chutes goals total 10 per match on average, and corners are eight.
Climatic conditions and logistics
The game takes place under clear skies in Al Rayyan, with a forecast temperature of 24°C at 11:30 local time, humidity at 60% and light winds of 10 km/h from the southeast. Sem chance of rain, conditions favor technical football, similar to that of Copa of Mundo 2022 in the same stadium.
The Education City Stadium, opened in 2021, hosted games from Copa to Mundo and has a hybrid lawn for high performance. Acessos include free FIFA subway and shuttles, with gates opening three hours earlier.
International fans need an electronic visa for Catar, valid for 30 days, and the tournament follows security protocols with metal detection.
Players in focus and tactics
Yazan Al-Naimat, Jordânia’s top scorer with two goals in the competition, acts as a reference in attack, exploring spaces with speed. Mohannad Abu Taha, in midfield, distributes assists and has an average rating of 7.0 from Sofascore, essential for tactical balance.
On the Iraqi side, Mohanad Ali appears as the main threat, with two goals and the ability to finish on counterattacks. Karar Nabeel, with a rating of 6.8, controls the pace in the middle, while Ahmed Basil, goalkeeper, records a clean sheet and averages 3 saves per game.
The tactics involve initial high pressure from Jordânia to force mistakes, contrasting with the low block from Iraque, which seeks quick transitions. Substituições from the 60th minute onwards they should prioritize freshness in the attack.
Curiosities of the confrontation
Copa Árabe FIFA 2025 is the second edition under the organization’s management, with a prize pool of US$1 million for the champion. The tournament, played every two years, serves as a preparation for Asian and African qualifiers.
Jordânia, 66th in the FIFA rankings, surprised by eliminating Egito, current African runners-up. Iraque, 58th, is a four-time Asian champion and has Mohanad Ali as the third highest historical scorer, with 22 goals for the national team.
Education City Stadium records an average of 2.8 goals per game in the group stage, and the expected audience exceeds 30 thousand, driven by Arab diasporas in Catar.
