The story
The Qatar national football team, affectionately known to their passionate supporters as the Al Annabi, enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high expectations. Currently ranked number 56 in the world, they bring a unique tactical identity and style from AFC to this expanded 48-team tournament.
Asian kings out to silence the doubters away from home.
With the tournament co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Qatar will count on their travelling support to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their primary objective will be to make a statement in Group B and navigate their way to the high-stakes knockout rounds.
What to watch
Keep a close eye on their transition play in Group B. The connection between Akram Afif and Almoez Ali is crucial to their attacking spark.
X-factor
Akram Afif - the clinical forward who holds the ability to turn a match on its head with a single moment of magic.
Qatar are poised to be one of the most intriguing stories of the group stage, bringing great energy to the tournament.
Their fixtures
Canada 
Qatar Canada 6-0 Qatar
Canada 6-0 Qatar. Groupe B. BMO Field, Toronto. ven. 12 juin.
Qatar 
Bosnie-Herzégovine Qatar 1-3 Bosnie-Herzégovine
Qatar 1-3 Bosnie-Herzégovine. Groupe B. BMO Field, Toronto. ven. 19 juin.
Suisse Qatar Suisse 1-1 Qatar
Suisse 1-1 Qatar. Groupe B. BC Place, Vancouver. lun. 22 juin.