Jordan vs. Iraq: World Cup Qualifying Showdown in Amman

AMMAN, Jordan — Jordan and Iraq will meet in a crucial World Cup qualifying match on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the Amman International Stadium. Jordan, having secured their first-ever World Cup qualification, looks to finish the qualifiers strong, while Iraq is desperate to stay in contention for a top-two finish.

Jordan confirmed their spot in the 2026 World Cup with a decisive 3-0 win over Oman last Thursday, highlighted by a hat-trick from Ali Olwan, who has now scored 18 goals for the national team. Coach Jamal Sellami’s squad has shown significant improvement, going unbeaten in eight of their nine qualifiers in Group B.

In contrast, Iraq’s chances for a top-two finish dwindled after a recent 2-0 loss to South Korea. The defeat came with complications; defender Ali Al-Hamadi received a red card, and Iraq has struggled with consistent performance, having only one point from their last three qualifying matches.

Jordan’s strong performance in the qualifiers, including keeping three clean sheets and scoring 16 goals, highlights their growth in international football. Sellami’s side will aim to maintain their form against an Iraq team that historically has been a challenging opponent, remaining unbeaten in nearly half of their encounters since 1964.

As the teams prepare for the match, Olwan will likely lead the attack alongside Yazan Al-Naimat and Mousa Al-Taamari. On the other hand, Iraq plans to fill the gap left by Al-Hamadi’s suspension with Mohanad Ali stepping into the forward line, needing a win to keep their hopes tangible.

The outcome of this match will be pivotal for both nations as they near the conclusion of the qualification stages. A victory for Jordan can cement their place in the next round, while Iraq struggles to regain momentum and keep their World Cup dreams alive.