Jordan Suffers Heavy Loss Against Japan

The Jordan national team faced a severe defeat against their Japanese counterpart, losing 1-6 in a match held on Tuesday as part of the final preparations for both teams ahead of the Asia Cup, which begins next Friday in Qatar. The Japanese team ended the first half with a lead of four goals to none, and then added two more goals in the second half, while the Jordanian team managed to score their only goal in the second half as well. This match was the last for Jordan before they kick off their participation in the Asia Cup on January 15, where they will face Malaysia in Group E, which also includes South Korea and Bahrain. Japan participates in the Asia Cup as part of Group D, alongside Iraq, Indonesia, and Vietnam. The Asia Cup finals will be held in Qatar from January 12 to February 10, featuring 24 teams.