Al-Hussein SC Edge Al Faysali 1-0 in Jordan Premier League Battle

Al-Hussein SC (Irbid) secured a gritty 1-0 victory over Al Faysali in a tightly contested Jordan Premier League fixture on May 9, 2026. The match, held at the Al-Hussein International Stadium in Irbid, was decided by a solitary goal in the first half.

The only goal of the game came in the 34th minute when Al-Hussein’s captain and defensive midfielder Mohammad Al-Manasir powered home a header from a corner kick. Al Faysali pressed hard for an equalizer in the second half but were repeatedly thwarted by a disciplined Al-Hussein backline and goalkeeper Ali Al-Azzam, who made several crucial saves.

The victory was vital for Al-Hussein as they continue their push for a top-four finish in the league. For Al Faysali, the loss is a setback in their title aspirations, dropping them to second place behind leaders Al-Wehdat. The match was characterized by intense midfield battles and few clear chances, but Al-Hussein’s efficiency from a set piece made the difference.

Match Impact

• Al-Hussein SC (Irbid): Now 5th in the table with 28 points, two behind 4th place.
• Al Faysali: Remain on 32 points, now three points behind the league leaders.
• Head-to-head: Al-Hussein have won two of their last three meetings with Al Faysali.

With only a handful of matches remaining, every point matters, and Al-Hussein’s resilience in this 1-0 win could prove pivotal in their season.