Qatar

FIFA #45 Group B AFC QAT

Background

Qatar hosted the 2022 World Cup and lost all three group games on home soil, the worst host record in tournament history. Their return in 2026 via AFC qualifying is the first time they have reached a World Cup on sporting merit rather than by hosting.

World Cup titles

Appearances

Best finish

Group stage

Head coach

TBA

Path forward · Group B

Group opponents:

Canada (#41) Switzerland (#19) Bosnia and Herzegovina (#57)

Realistic 2026 ceiling

Group stage knockout shot

Based on FIFA ranking #45. Tournament football rewards momentum more than seeding, so treat this as a floor for expectations not a cap.

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First fixture: Qatar vs Switzerland · 2026-06-13 · 19:00 UTC

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Qatar Matches

Group Stage - Matchday 1Group B

Qatar

Switzerland

Jun 13 · 19:00 UTCLevi's StadiumSan Francisco Bay Area

Group Stage - Matchday 2Group B

Canada

Qatar

Jun 18 · 22:00 UTCBC PlaceVancouver

Group Stage - Matchday 3Group B

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Qatar

Jun 24 · 19:00 UTCLumen FieldSeattle