Match drama as Alwan nets equalizer
Ali Alwan scored the equalizer for Jordan against Morocco in the 2025 Arab Cup final at Lusail Stadium on Thursday evening.
Alwan's header came in the 48th minute from a precise cross, restoring parity and reviving the tense atmosphere in Qatar.
Morocco answers quickly; Alwan extends lead
Morocco struck four minutes later with a rocket into the Jordan net, beating goalkeeper Yazeed Abu Leila.
Ali Alwan increased his tournament tally to five goals, cementing his status as the Arab Cup's top scorer.
Alwan's four goals for Jordan all came from penalties, while Karim Berkaoui had three goals for Morocco before leaving the final with an injury in the 16th minute.
Ashraf Mahdioui came on for Berkaoui, stepping in after the injury as Morocco pressed for an edge despite the setback.
Jordan continued to push to claim the title, but the game finished with both teams sharing the spoils in the tense final.
Punchline 1: If scoring were a sniper sport, Alwan would be crowned the king—the net never misses when he’s aiming.
Punchline 2: And for Morocco, the defense might need a lighter scope—the Sharpshooter of Lusail has a habit of finding the back of the net.
