Jordan vs Iraq, FIFA Arab Cup, 2025, Today Match Prediction

Jordan vs Iraq Match Prediction & Analysis

This FIFA Arab Cup quarter-final in Qatar promises a passionate and intense battle between two familiar rivals. Jordan will enter with confidence following a perfect group stage and their recent AFC Asian Cup victory over Iraq. Iraq, driven by a desire for revenge and the firepower of Mohanad Ali, will look to counter Jordan's attacking form in what is anticipated to be a tight and physical encounter.

Head-To-Head stats:

In their extensive history, Jordan and Iraq have played numerous times, with Iraq holding the superior historical record. Overall, Iraq have nine wins to Jordan's five, with nine draws completing the head-to-head record. 

TEAMS PREVIEW

Jordan Preview

Jordan will enter the FIFA Arab Cup 2025 quarter-final against Iraq with significant momentum, having topped Group C with a perfect record in the group stage. The team, led by key players like striker Ali Olwan and playmaker Yazan Al-Naimat, demonstrated potent offence and defensive resilience, scoring five goals and conceding just two across their three group matches.

Their strong performance included a commanding 3-0 victory over Egypt and a 3-1 win against Kuwait, showcasing their ability to control matches and find the net through varied attacks, including penalties and set pieces.

In their last five matches across all competitions leading up to this quarter-final, Jordan have scored 10 goals and conceded five. This impressive form, especially in a tough group, suggests a confident and well-prepared team. The recent 3-2 win against Iraq in the AFC Asian Cup in January 2024 also provides a psychological edge for Jordan as they aim for a semi-final berth. 

Jordan Probable Playing XI:  Yazeed Abulaila; Abdallah Nasib, Yazan Al Arab, Saleem Obaid; Ahmad Assaf, Nizar Al Rashdan, Nizar Mahmoud Mardi, Mohannad Abu Taha; Yazan Al-Naimat, Ali Olwan, Amer Abu Jamous.

Iraq Preview

Iraq secured their place in the FIFA Arab Cup 2025 quarter-finals by finishing second in Group D with six points. They kicked off their campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Bahrain, where Mohanad Ali scored a decisive goal, followed by a 2-0 victory against Sudan, with goals from Ali and Amjed Attwan. 

In their final group match, however, they fell 2-0 to group winners Algeria. Overall, in the group stage, Iraq scored four goals and conceded three.

In their last five matches across all competitions leading up to this game, Iraq have scored five goals and conceded five goals. Key players like Mohanad Ali and Amjed Attwan have been crucial to their attacking efforts, while their defence will need to be at its best to contain a high-flying Jordan side. Iraq will be eager for redemption after their recent 3-2 loss to Jordan in the AFC Asian Cup earlier this year. 

Iraq Probable Playing XI: Jalal Hassan; Hussein Ali, Suad Natiq, Zaid Tahseen, Ahmed Maknzi; Osama Rashid, Ibrahim Bayesh, Amjed Attwan; Ali Jasim, Mohanad Ali, Hasan Abdulkareem.

JORDAN vs IRAQ
Winning Prediction

The match is expected to be a tight contest, likely resulting in a draw at full-time, pushing the game into extra time or penalties. Given their potent offence and recent form, Jordan might edge out Iraq due to the psychological advantage from their last meeting. 

We predict a draw and Jordan to win on penalties.

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