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Morocco secured their second FIFA Arab Cup title in a thrilling 3-2 victory over Jordan after extra time. Oussama Tannane’s stunning goal from inside his own half opened the scoring for Morocco. Jordan fought back, taking the lead with two goals from Ali Oliwan. However, Abderrazak Hamdallah equalized late in the second half, sending the match into extra time. A controversial VAR decision disallowed a spectacular Jordanian goal in extra time, and Hamdallah scored again, securing the win for Morocco. The match was filled with drama, including a lengthy injury stoppage, disallowed goals, and late equalizers.
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Morocco Crowned FIFA Arab Cup Champions After Thrilling Victory Over Jordan

Doha, Qatar – Morocco emerged victorious in a captivating FIFA Arab Cup final, defeating Jordan 3-2 after extra time. The match, held at a packed Lusail Stadium, was a rollercoaster of emotions, featuring stunning goals, controversial decisions, and dramatic comebacks.

Morocco’s Oussama Tannane set the tone early with a remarkable long-range strike from inside his own half. Jordan, however, displayed resilience, with Ali Oliwan scoring twice to put them ahead. Abderrazak Hamdallah’s late equalizer forced extra time, where the drama continued.

A spectacular Jordanian goal was controversially disallowed by VAR for a handball, adding to the tension. Hamdallah then capitalized on a fortunate deflection to score the winning goal for Morocco, securing their second Arab Cup title.

The victory marks a significant achievement for Morocco, who will now focus on hosting the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The FIFA Arab Cup has also proved to be a successful competition with over a million tickets sold.

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