Title Race Heats Up: Week 16 of the League Kicks Off Thursday

sports|19/2/2026
Title Race Heats Up: Week 16 of the League Kicks Off Thursday
Al-Ramtha Captain Hamza Al-Dardour
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  • Thursday Kickoff: Al-Salt and Al-Ramtha’s Ambitions

The 2025/2026 Jordanian Pro League enters a decisive phase as Week 16 kicks off Thursday, February 19, with a tightly contested top four and a fierce relegation battle at the bottom.

The round opens with two high-stakes matches: Al-Salt (19 points) hosts Al-Jazeera (15 points) at Amman International Stadium. Al-Salt aims to consolidate its mid-table position, while Al-Jazeera knows another slip could drag them into relegation worries.

Meanwhile, at Prince Hassan Stadium in Irbid, league leaders Al-Ramtha (33 points) take on Al-Ahli (10 points). Al-Ramtha looks to leverage home advantage to maintain their lead, while Al-Ahli seeks a vital win to escape the relegation zone.

Friday Thrills: Al-Faisaly vs. Al-Baqa’a, Al-Sarhan vs. Shabab Al-Ordon

On Friday, excitement continues as Al-Faisaly (30 points) visits surprise package Al-Baqa’a (6th place, 18 points) at Amman International Stadium. The match is crucial for Al-Faisaly’s title hopes, while Al-Baqa’a aims to extend its strong form.

At Prince Hassan Stadium, bottom side Al-Sarhan (4 points) faces Shabab Al-Ordon (13 points). It’s a final chance for Al-Sarhan to cling to survival, while Shabab Al-Ordon seeks to distance themselves from danger.

Saturday Showdown: “Title Decider” – Al-Hussein vs. Al-Wehdat

All eyes turn to Prince Hassan Stadium Saturday evening for the “top clash” as Al-Hussein Irbid (2nd, 31 points) hosts Al-Wehdat (30 points). A win for Al-Hussein could push them to the summit or tighten the title race, while victory for Al-Wehdat would reignite their championship challenge.

League Format and Title Race

This season uses a three-phase split league format, offering teams chances to recover but demanding stamina and high fitness levels. With the decisive rounds remaining, the title race is heating up among the top four—Al-Ramtha, Al-Hussein, Al-Faisaly, and Al-Wehdat—in one of the most competitive seasons in recent years.