Jordan vs Iraq prediction, H2H and probable lineups - June 10, 2025
The 10th round clash of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup between Jordan and Iraq will take place on Tuesday at the Amman Arena. I’m backing a bet on goals in this encounter, with a tempting odds line.
Match preview
The Jordanian national team is experiencing arguably the best period in its history. Jamal Sellami’s squad has secured a historic first-ever World Cup berth, doing so in convincing fashion by beating direct rivals Oman 3-0. Their previous results are equally impressive: just one defeat throughout the campaign thanks to disciplined, compact play — especially at the back.
Despite having already booked their spot, Jordan is unlikely to come out complacent — home fans are expecting the celebrations to continue. On average, the team scores 1.3 goals per match and concedes less than one, underlining their balance. However, draws are a familiar outcome for Jordan: they’ve shared the points six times in their last ten games.
Iraq enters the final round under significant pressure: they need points to keep their World Cup dream alive. After disappointment at the Asian Cup — where they dramatically lost to Jordan in the round of 16 (2-3) — the team remains inconsistent. Their defense is a particular concern, conceding 1.4 goals per game — far too many for a team aiming for a trip to North America.
Spanish coach Jesús Casas is trying to steady the ship, but recent defeats to Palestine and South Korea have only heightened the pressure. The attack hasn’t been firing either — just 0.9 goals per match. All signs point to a cautious approach in Amman, but Iraq will have to seize their moments going forward.
Probable lineups
- Jordan: Abu-Layla, Abualnadi, Abu-Arab, Nassib, Abu Taha, Sade, Jamous, Assaf, Olwan, Al-Naimat, Al-Tamari
- Iraq: Hassan, Doski, Tahsin, Sulaka, Ali, Al-Ammari, Rashid, Jasim, Baesh, Amin, Ali
Match facts and head-to-head
- Jordan have drawn three of their last four matches against Iraq.
- Iraq have lost four of their last five games.
- Both teams have scored in three of Jordan’s last five matches.
Prediction
This match in Amman brings different motivational stakes: the hosts have already achieved their main goal, while for the visitors a loss could be fatal. Jordan will play with freedom, but Iraq will be forced to take risks — making "both teams to score" at odds of 1.95 the most logical prediction.
