Badou Zaki's Mixed Start as Jordan Coach
In his inaugural match as the head coach of the Jordan national football team, Moroccan Badou Zaki faced a challenging debut, resulting in a 1-1 draw against Syria. The match took place on the evening of Sunday, September 27, 2026, at the King Abdullah II Stadium in Qweismeh. This encounter was crucial as it served as a preparation for both teams ahead of the upcoming 2027 AFC Asian Cup, which is set to be hosted in Saudi Arabia.
The Jordanian team initially took the lead in the 38th minute thanks to a goal from Ali Alwan. However, the Syrian team responded effectively, equalizing in the 52nd minute with a goal from Jan Mustafa. Despite both teams pushing for a win, the match ended in a stalemate, marking a mixed result for Zaki in his first managerial role with the "Nashama" (the Jordan national team).
Looking ahead, Zaki's next challenge will be a friendly match against Venezuela, scheduled for the upcoming Tuesday. He has taken over the coaching responsibilities from Jamal Salami, and there is a significant expectation for him to continue the positive trajectory that previous Moroccan coaches have established with the Jordanian team.
As reported by sport.lesiteinfo.com.
