Ali Olwan's hat-trick powered Jordan's win, leading to huge celebrations across the country. 

 

Fans drove their cars through Jordan's capital Amman, honking their horns and chanting victory while others waved the national flag in triumph.

 

"We are all with you!" and "It's getting closer, heroes" read messages written into the night sky in a spectacular drone light show and head coach Jamal Sellami will urge his players to put on a winning show as a sign of gratitude to their fans.

For Iraq, it was heartbreak on Thursday as a 2-0 defeat to Korea Republic meant an end to their dream of automatic qualification.

 

Seeking a return to the FIFA World Cup after having made their only appearance at the Finals in 1986, Iraq will now have to navigate through the playoffs.

Venue: Amman International Stadium (Amman)

Kick-off: Tuesday, 21:15 (UTC+3)