Morocco Defeat Jordan 3-2 to Clinch FIFA Arab Cup Title/ TezzBuzz/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Morocco claimed the 2025 Arab Cup title with a 3-2 extra-time victory over Jordan in Lusail. Abderrazzaq Hamed Allah scored twice, including the game-winner in the 100th minute. The win adds to Morocco’s growing football dominance ahead of hosting AFCON 2025.
Morocco Arab Cup Win + Quick Looks
- Morocco beat Jordan 3-2 after extra time in Lusail
- Abderrazzaq Hamed Allah scored twice, including 100th-minute winner
- Oussama Tannane opened scoring with 50-yard stunner in 4th minute
- Ali Olwan scored twice for Jordan (header and penalty)
- Match played at Lusail Stadium, Qatar, on December 18, 2025
- Morocco missing several Europe-based players but still victorious
- Country continues strong football form ahead of 2025 AFCON
- Morocco also recently won U-20 World Cup and U-23 AFCON
- Jordan to make World Cup debut in 2026
- Morocco to host AFCON from December 21 to January 18
Morocco Defeat Jordan 3-2 to Clinch FIFA Arab Cup Title
Deep Look
LUSAIL, Qatar — Morocco captured the 2025 Arab Cup title in thrilling fashion on Thursday, defeating Jordan 3-2 after extra time in a dramatic final at Lusail Stadium. The victory was powered by a late equalizer and an extra-time winner from striker Abderrazzaq Hamed Allah, securing Morocco’s place once again at the top of Arab football.
The match began with fireworks as Oussama Tannane stunned the crowd with a remarkable goal less than four minutes into the game. Taking a daring shot from behind the halfway line, Tannane caught Jordanian goalkeeper Yazeed Abulaila off his line, sending the ball sailing into the net and putting Morocco up 1-0 early.
But Jordan, set to make their historic FIFA World Cup debut in 2026, showed their resilience in the second half. Ali Olwan brought them level with a well-placed header in the 48th minute, then gave his side the lead with a composed penalty in the 68th. At that point, Jordan looked poised to lift their first Arab Cup.
However, Morocco refused to be denied. In the 88th minute, Abderrazzaq Hamed Allah pounced on a chance to equalize, forcing the match into extra time. Just ten minutes into the extra period, Hamed Allah struck again from close range, sealing the win and sparking wild celebrations among Moroccan players and fans.
The match, played in front of a packed crowd at the same Lusail Stadium that hosted the 2022 FIFA World Cup final, showcased the strength and depth of Moroccan football. Despite missing several key Europe-based players due to club commitments, Morocco maintained control throughout large stretches of the match.
More Than Just a Trophy
This Arab Cup win is the latest in a series of football triumphs for Morocco in recent years. Just three years ago, the Moroccan national team made history by becoming the first African and Arab nation to reach the semi-finals of a FIFA World Cup, eliminating football giants Spain and Portugal before falling to eventual runners-up France.
In youth competitions, Morocco’s dominance has continued. In October 2025, Morocco’s U-20 team beat Argentina 2-0 to win the FIFA U-20 World Cup, becoming the first Arab nation to claim that title. The U-23 team also won the Africa Cup of Nations and secured a bronze medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The U-17 side reached the World Cup quarter-finals, further cementing Morocco’s emergence as a global football powerhouse.
With this Arab Cup victory, Morocco continues to demonstrate depth and promise across all levels of competition, from youth to senior squads.
Looking Ahead to AFCON 2025
The Arab Cup triumph arrives at a pivotal moment for Moroccan football. The country is set to host the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), running from December 21, 2025, through January 18, 2026. With home-field advantage, momentum from their recent successes, and a growing legacy of international achievement, Morocco enters the tournament as a leading contender.
Coach Tarik Sektioui praised his squad’s discipline and determination, especially in navigating a tense extra-time showdown.
“These players showed courage, unity, and the heart of champions,” he said after the final whistle.
Jordan, though falling just short, delivered a strong performance and signaled their growing stature ahead of their first-ever FIFA World Cup appearance in 2026. The two-goal showing by Ali Olwan highlighted Jordan’s offensive potential.
As the final whistle blew, Morocco’s players celebrated on the podium, lifting the Arab Cup trophy high — another milestone in what is quickly becoming a golden era for Moroccan football.
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