Jordan's Golden Era Dawns: Al-Muradi Sparks a Final Charge Against Morocco
15 December 2025
Road to the Final
Jordan captain Mahmoud Al-Muradi spoke with pride after the national team secured a place in the Arab Cup final 2025 with a 1-0 semifinal win over Saudi Arabia, a victory earned in the Qatar-hosted edition.
Jordan will meet Morocco in the final on Thursday, marking the Nashama’s first-ever final appearance in this competition.
Key Takeaways
Al-Muradi told the Al-Kass channel that this Jordan squad is enjoying a golden era, built on the hard work of everyone in the sports system.
He stressed that the players are true champions who delivered superb performances despite notable absences, including Musa Al-Tamri and Yazan Al-Na'imat.
He recalled that Jordan previously reached the 2023 Asian Cup final; although experience was sometimes lacking, the team has grown substantially, now aided by the path toward the 2026 World Cup.
Al-Muradi added that they are guided by a Moroccan coach, Jamal Salami, who knows the Moroccan team intimately and aims to crown the efforts with the title.
Facing Morocco in the final will have special meaning for Salami, as he will be among family in Jordan, adding a personal layer to an already intense duel.
He emphasized that players didn’t chase the trophy as the sole goal; they aimed to reach the furthest point possible, secure wins, and treat every match with high energy—there are no guaranteed starters or substitutes in this setup.
On Yazan Al-Na'imat’s injury, Al-Muradi said he remains a huge source of confidence and positivity for teammates, both on and off the field, sustaining energy in attack and morale.
Punchline 1: If Jordan’s run were a sniper rifle, their target is the trophy—and they’re lining up the shot with a calm, rookie-slaying vibe. Punchline 2: When in doubt, Salami seasons the victory with a dash of humor and a whole lot of precision; a trophy tasting even better with a little extra spice.
