Amman — Jordan’s U-20 women’s national football team defeated Saudi Arabia 2–0 in a friendly match played on Saturday at the Jordan Football Association’s training fields, as part of preparations for upcoming competitions.
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Riana Issa scored Jordan’s opening goal in the 40th minute, while Sama Al-Rousan added the second in the 81st minute.
Jordan’s starting lineup featured Sajda Issa, Lilia Al-Sahli, Rital Salameh, Jana Imad (Malak Yousef), Sadeen Al-Dhamen (Ghazal Daboubash), Julia Al-Safadi, Yara Al-Bisheh (Sama Al-Rousan), Riana Issa, Jana Al-Masri, Mira Jarrar and Dana Abu Hazeem (Rana Mahayyar).
Jordan delivered a strong performance throughout both halves, taking control from the outset and creating several opportunities to open the scoring. The team eventually took the lead through a penalty successfully converted by Riana Issa, ending the first half 1–0 ahead.
Jordan continued its attacking pressure after the break in search of a second goal and greater security. Saudi Arabia’s defense initially held firm, but Al-Rousan doubled Jordan’s lead with a powerful shot that found the back of the net, sealing a 2–0 victory.
The two teams will meet again on Tuesday, October 13, at the same time and venue.
The Jordan Football Association aims to provide the U-20 women’s team with training camps and friendly matches to ensure the highest level of preparation and support ahead of upcoming competitions.
Resource: Al-Mamlaka
