Qatar qualifies for 2026 World Cup after victory over UAE

Match held in Doha

Qatar secured their qualification after defeating the UAE national team 2-1 in a Group A match of the Asian World Cup play-offs. The game took place at Jassim bin Hamad Stadium in the Qatari capital, Doha.

Key match moments

Qatar took the lead in the 49th minute through Khoukhi Boualem, followed by a second goal from Pedro in the 74th minute. The UAE managed to reduce the deficit in stoppage time, with Sultan Adel scoring in the 94th minute.

Group standings

With this result, Qatar finished at the top of Group A with 4 points, while the UAE came in second place with 3 points.