• The results of these four matches will determine the four teams that will continue their journey toward the title.

Arab fans’ attention will turn to the Qatari capital, Doha, on Friday evening, as the waiting period ends with the kickoff of the Arab Cup quarterfinals.

This clash tops the list of interests, as it pits the Jordanian national team against their Iraqi counterparts in a decisive classic match scheduled for 5:30 PM Amman time.

This crucial encounter, which directly reflects the outcomes of the final group stage matches, comes after different paths for the two teams in the first stage.

Al-Nashama aim to leverage the fighting spirit they displayed to secure a ticket to the semifinals, an ambition made possible by relative technical stability.

Meanwhile, the Iraqi team enters the match with a strong desire to overcome this obstacle and ensure their presence in the advanced stages, especially given the Lions of Mesopotamia’s rich history in Arab tournaments.

Both coaches rely on tactical balance to decipher the opponent, amid expectations that the match will involve careful calculations limiting reckless play.

The rivalry between the two teams goes beyond sports competition, extending into the historical regional football rivalry, with their meetings known for intensity that does not always follow predictable expectations.

In the other quarterfinal matches, fans anticipate a Gulf-Levant clash between Saudi Arabia and Palestine, while Morocco faces a tough challenge against Syria.

The quarterfinal night concludes with a fiery and equally thrilling encounter between Algeria and the UAE.

The outcomes of these four matches will determine the four teams advancing toward the championship, focusing attention on the performances of the stars aiming to prove their teams’ rightful place in the Arab Cup semifinals.