The FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 final delivered everything football fans could hope for drama intensity heartbreak and glory. On 18 December 2025, under the lights of Lusail Stadium, Morocco defeated Jordan 3–2 after extra time in one of the most gripping finals in Arab Cup history. Played on Qatar National Day, the match felt bigger than football a night where belief resilience and raw emotion collided.
This was not just a final. It was a showdown between the tournament’s best attack and the best defence, Asia versus Africa, Jordan’s fearless momentum against Morocco’s steel-like composure.
Match Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 |
| Match | Jordan vs Morocco |
| Stage | Final |
| Date | 18 December 2025 |
| Venue | Lusail Stadium, Qatar |
| Kick off | 19:00 local time |
| Final Score | Jordan 2 Morocco 3 |
| Result | Morocco win after extra time |
A Final Built on Tension and Expectation
Jordan entered the final unbeaten and free scoring with ten goals in five matches, powered by tournament top scorer Ali Olwan. Morocco arrived with a reputation that bordered on intimidating having conceded just one goal all tournament, and that from an own goal.
The contrast in styles promised fireworks and the match delivered exactly that.
Goal Timeline
| Minute | Team | Scorer | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4’ | Morocco | Oussama Tannane | Early strike sets the tone |
| 48’ | Jordan | Ali Olwan | Calm finish to equalise |
| 68’ | Jordan | Ali Olwan | Penalty puts Jordan ahead |
| 88’ | Morocco | Abderrazzaq Hamdallah | Late equaliser ignites drama |
| 100’ | Morocco | Abderrazzaq Hamdallah | Extra time winner |
Ninety Minutes of Pure Nerves
Morocco struck early through Oussama Tannane, silencing the Jordanian support and reminding everyone why their defence and structure had been the story of the tournament. But Jordan never panicked.
After the break, Ali Olwan took centre stage. His equaliser in the 48th minute shifted belief across the stadium and when he converted a penalty on 68 minutes, Jordan stood on the edge of history.
Then came the heartbreak.
With just minutes left, Abderrazzaq Hamdallah rose to the moment. His 88th minute goal forced extra time and crushed Jordanian hopes that were already being whispered into existence.
Extra Time Where Champions Are Forged
Extra time was brutal. Legs heavy. Minds racing. Chances traded.
Jordan pushed. Morocco absorbed.
At 100 minutes, Hamdallah struck again. A composed finish that carried the weight of a nation. Jordan fought until the final whistle with shots blocked saves forced and bodies thrown forward but Morocco would not break.
When the referee blew for full time, Morocco collapsed in celebration. Jordan collapsed in exhaustion and disbelief.
Key Player Performances
Morocco
- Abderrazzaq Hamdallah Match winner with two decisive goals
- Mohamed Hrimat Commanded midfield and anchored defensive structure
- El Mehdi Benabid Delivered crucial saves under immense pressure
Jordan
- Ali Olwan Two goals and a heroic performance in the final
- Mahmoud Al Mardi Tireless link between defence and attack
- Nizar Al Rashdan Relentless energy during extra time
Tactical Battle That Defined the Final
Jordan attacked with courage and numbers pushing their 3 4 2 1 system forward at every opportunity. Morocco stayed patient compact and ruthless when chances appeared. This final was decided not by domination but by mental strength in the decisive moments. Jordan needed to break a defence no one else could. Morocco needed to survive a storm they had rarely faced. Only one side blinked.
This triumph confirms Morocco as the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup champions and caps a historic year for Moroccan football. From youth competitions to senior titles, the consistency is no longer coincidence. It is the result of long term planning tactical clarity and competitive maturity. Winning at Lusail once again strengthens Morocco’s bond with Qatar a stadium and a country that continues to be part of their footballing story.
A Final That Will Be Remembered
For Jordan, this was heartbreak but also progress. For Morocco, it was validation. For football fans, it was a reminder of why finals matter. Why extra time exists. Why belief is everything.
The FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 final will be remembered not just for the scoreline but for the emotion the courage and the intensity that refused to fade until the very last second.
