Australia v Jordan friendly under threat amid Middle East security concerns

Australia’s friendly against Jordan during the November international break is at risk of being cancelled because of security concerns linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, particularly in the Gulf region.

Australian broadcaster Sport 10 reported that the fixture is now in doubt, with concerns raised about the safety of the players.

Football Australia is holding urgent discussions with the national team camp to decide whether the match can go ahead. Football Australia vice-president Hider Jariouk is in contact with the squad’s camp in Qatar to assess the latest situation.

The safety concerns come as the conflict in the Middle East continues, with the proposed fixture between Australia and Jordan scheduled for 17 November.

If the match is called off, Jordan will not play during the current international window because it is their only scheduled friendly.

Australia had also been due to face Qatar on 13 November.