Al Annabi eye historic World Cup run in 2026 (opens original article in a new tab)

Qatar aims to advance beyond the group stage in the 2026 World Cup, their second appearance, after finishing third in their qualifying group and securing a spot through playoffs.

• Qatar's 2026 World Cup campaign focuses on advancing beyond the group stage for the first time.
• Qatar qualified after finishing third in their third-round qualifying group and winning a playoff against the UAE.
• The team includes experienced players from the 2022 squad and new faces set for their World Cup debut.