In a pivotal match for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifiers, Jordan defeated Palestine 3-1 on March 20, 2025, at the Amman International Stadium. This victory solidifies Jordan’s hold on the second qualification spot in Group B, keeping the pressure on group leaders South Korea.
Match Highlights:
Jordan got off to a flying start with Yazan Al Arab opening the scoring in the third minute. Abdallah Nasib doubled the lead just eight minutes later, putting Jordan in a commanding position early in the game. Palestine managed to pull one back through Tamer Seyam just after the half-hour mark, offering a glimmer of hope. However, Mousa Al Ta’mari sealed the victory for Jordan in the third minute of first-half injury time, ensuring a comfortable lead going into the break.
Group B Standings:
The win leaves Jordan with 15 points, level with Iraq but ahead on goal difference. Palestine, on the other hand, remains winless and at the bottom of the table with just three points from seven games. Despite their struggles, Palestine still has a mathematical chance to finish fourth, currently held by Oman, who drew 1-1 with South Korea.
Other Group B Action:
South Korea, despite dropping points in their 1-1 draw with Oman, remains at the top of the group with 15 points. Oman’s Ali al-Busaidi scored a late equalizer to secure a valuable point, keeping their hopes alive for a higher finish. Meanwhile, Iraq was held to a dramatic 2-2 draw by Kuwait, with both teams scoring late goals to share the points.
Looking Ahead:
With the top two teams from each group advancing directly to the World Cup, and the third and fourth-placed teams entering a playoff for additional spots, every match remains crucial. Jordan’s victory over Palestine not only strengthens their position but also keeps the race for qualification wide open.
As the qualifiers progress, the competition intensifies, with teams like Jordan and Iraq vying to close the gap on South Korea, while Palestine and Kuwait fight to keep their World Cup dreams alive.
