Qatar at a glance
Qatar compete in Group B with Canada, Bosnia & Herzegovina, and Switzerland. The Pearl Cup hosts transition from 2022 World Cup hosts to regular tournament participants. Qatar face strong opponents and are significant underdogs.
Key players to watch
- Akram Afif (FW) — winger; pace and directness.
- Ali Assadalla (MID) — midfielder; creativity and passing.
- Bassam Al-Rawi (DEF) — defender; leadership and positioning.
- Meshaal Barsham (GK) — goalkeeper.
Qatar Predicted Starting XI & Lineup · 4-3-3
Qatar will deploy a compact 4-3-3 focused on pressing and transition.
Official lineups confirmed 1 hour before kick-off.
Tournament path
Qatar are heavy underdogs. Progressing to round of 32 would require strong performances and some fortune.
Predictor strategy
Qatar are underdogs in all fixtures. Focus on defensive solidity and draw predictions. Afif offers some offensive upside.
Final Result: Qatar Were Eliminated in the Group Stage
Qatar's 2026 World Cup ended in the group stage. In Group B, Switzerland and Canada advanced automatically and Bosnia & Herzegovina advanced as one of the best third-placed teams, and Qatar did not.