Tannane’s Stunning Long-Range Goal Seals Morocco’s Arab Cup Win

Morocco lifted their second FIFA Arab Cup title with a dramatic 3-2 win over Jordan after extra time, thanks to Oussama Tannane’s remarkable goal from his own half. The Lusail Stadium final began explosively in the fourth minute when Tannane, playing in Qatar’s league, launched a powerful 59-meter strike that left Jordan’s goalkeeper stranded and hit the post, causing a brief stoppage.

Jordan responded fiercely, pulling level early in the second half when Ali Oliwan converted a precise header from a corner. The visitors then took the lead in the 68th minute via a penalty after Mahmoud Almardi’s shot hit a Moroccan hand inside the box, allowing Oliwan to score his second goal.

Morocco fought back, with substitute Abderrazak Hamdallah tapping in a scramble in the 88th minute to force extra time. Jordan came agonizingly close to snatching the title in the final seconds of normal time but failed to capitalize on a golden chance.

In extra time, Jordan’s Mohannad Abutaha volleyed spectacularly, but VAR ruled it out for handball. Morocco finally clinched victory when Hamdallah scored his second goal, following Marwane Saadane’s bicycle kick from a set piece, sealing the 3-2 win.

This victory marks Morocco’s second Arab Cup triumph, adding to their 2012 win. Morocco dominated early on, with Tannane nearly doubling the lead before halftime. The team’s performance was a blend of skill, persistence, and dramatic flair, leaving fans thrilled.

Looking ahead, Morocco will focus on hosting the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, with a squad strengthened by European-based stars who missed the Arab Cup. The 2025 FIFA Arab Cup set new attendance records, selling over a million tickets, doubling the previous edition’s turnout.

Tannane’s wonder goal and Hamdallah’s decisive finish ensured Morocco’s memorable triumph, adding another golden chapter to African football history.