Saudi Keeper Sees a Tough Jordan Test as Arab Cup 2025 Semifinal Looms
14 December 2025
Semifinal stakes ahead
Raghid Al-Najjar, the Saudi national team goalkeeper, has confirmed the Green's readiness to face Jordan in the Arab Cup 2025 semi-final, set to be played tomorrow Monday at the Al Bayt Stadium.
In a media briefing, the keeper said the Jordan match will be tough for sure; they are a strong side and have delivered a very good tournament.
He added that our focus is on beating the Neshami and progressing to the Arab Cup final, and contending for the title.
Team spirit and expectations
The keeper went on that we are living a special feeling, everyone is united, and our focus is on a single goal. We are lucky to play close to our fans and we hope for their support during warm-ups.
Road to the semis
Saudi Arabia reached the last four by beating Palestine 2-1 in the quarterfinals, while Jordan advanced by defeating Iraq 1-0.
