Their Group at World Cup 2026
Qatar: World Cup 2026 Fixtures
If Qatar finish in the top two of Group B, or qualify as one of the eight best third-placed teams, their Round of 32 match takes place between 28 June and 4 July 2026 at a venue determined by their group finishing position.
Qatar at World Cup 2026: Tournament Profile
Tournament Outlook
Qatar return to the World Cup following their 2022 hosting experience, this time without home-soil advantage but with a squad that has matured through competitive continental soccer. Their primary challenge is graduating from the group stage, having exited in the first round as 2022 hosts.
Players to Watch
- Akram Afif: an Asian Player of the Year-caliber winger with the ability to unlock defenses.
- Almoez Ali: international goal record makes him dangerous in any phase of play.
Path to the Final
Paired against Switzerland and Canada the path is narrow but not closed, and a result against Bosnia & Herzegovina in their opener could change the entire dynamic of Group B.
World Cup History
Qatar are appearing at their 2nd World Cup. Best result: Group stage in 2022 as hosts.
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- Is Qatar in the 2026 World Cup?
- Yes. Qatar qualified for FIFA World Cup 2026 and are placed in Group B alongside Canada, Switzerland, and Bosnia & Herz.. Their first match is on Sat, June 13, 2026.
- What group is Qatar in at World Cup 2026?
- Qatar are in Group B at FIFA World Cup 2026. Their group also contains Canada (FIFA #30), Switzerland (FIFA #17), Bosnia & Herz. (FIFA #71).
- When does Qatar play at World Cup 2026?
- Qatar play three group-stage matches: Matchday 1: Sat, June 13, 2026 vs Switzerland at Levi's · Bay Area. Matchday 2: Thu, June 18, 2026 vs Canada at BC Place · Vancouver. Matchday 3: Wed, June 24, 2026 vs Bosnia & Herz. at Lumen · Seattle. All times are UTC.
- What are Qatar's World Cup 2026 fixtures?
- Qatar's group-stage fixtures are: Matchday 1: Sat, June 13, 2026 vs Switzerland at Levi's · Bay Area. Matchday 2: Thu, June 18, 2026 vs Canada at BC Place · Vancouver. Matchday 3: Wed, June 24, 2026 vs Bosnia & Herz. at Lumen · Seattle. Qatar must finish in the top two of Group B to automatically advance to the Round of 32.
- How many times has Qatar been to the World Cup?
- Qatar are appearing at the World Cup for the second time in 2026. Their best World Cup result is: Group stage (2022).