Jordan Stand By Yazen Al-Na'imat as Arab Cup Dreams Rise
15 December 2025
Jordanian teammates rally behind Yazen Al-Na'imat ahead of Arab Cup semi-final
Jordan's national team showed unity by backing their teammate Yazen Al-Na'imat before facing Saudi Arabia in the Arab Cup 2025 semi-final at Al Bayt Stadium in Doha, Qatar.
During a commemorative photo, the squad wore Al-Na'imat's number 11 jersey as a gesture of support after he sustained a knee injury.
Al-Na'imat collapsed in the previous quarter-final against Iraq from a knee problem and left the pitch after just 14 minutes.
Tests later confirmed an ACL tear, casting a pall over Jordan's camp as plans for his recovery began.
The Jordan Football Association announced he will undergo surgery in Doha, with the hope of being back for the 2026 World Cup co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Jordan advanced to the semi-finals by defeating Kuwait, the UAE, and Egypt in the group stage, then beat Iraq in the quarter-finals.
Punchline: If ACL tears had frequent flyer miles, Yazen would be in first class by now.
Punchline 2: Jordan's team is knee-deep in optimism—and the jokes are free.
