Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Editors | Last Updated On: June 05, 2026
Qatar When Qatar hosted the 2022 World Cup, the world watched and waited for them to crumble. They became the first-ever host nation to be eliminated in the group stage. The sting of that moment never left. Now the Asian champions are back — not as hosts, but as contenders with something to prove.
Qatar return to the FIFA World Cup 2026 looking to build on the experience gained from their historic appearance as hosts in 2022.
The Maroons have become one of Asia's strongest teams in recent years, winning back-to-back AFC Asian Cup titles in 2019 and 2023. Qatar made their FIFA World Cup debut in 2022 and will now compete in the tournament for a second time.
Led by a talented squad featuring many of the players who helped Qatar achieve continental success, the team will aim to make a stronger impact on football's biggest stage. Here is everything you need to know about Qatar, including the squad, fixtures, results, records and FIFA World Cup statistics.
FIFA World Cup Qatar Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | Qatar |
| Football Association | Qatar Football Association (QFA) |
| Confederation | Asian Football Confederation (AFC) |
| Nickname | The Maroons |
| Manager | Julen Lopetegui |
| Captain | Akram Afif |
| First FIFA World Cup Appearance | 2022 |
| World Cup Appearances (Including 2026) | 2 |
| Best FIFA World Cup Result | Group Stage (2022) |
| World Cup Titles | 0 |
| AFC Asian Cup Titles | 2 (2019, 2023) |
| Total World Cup Matches Played | 3 |
| Total Wins | 0 |
| Total Draws | 0 |
| Total Losses | 3 |
| Goals Scored | 1 |
| Goals Conceded | 7 |
| Most World Cup Appearances | Almoez Ali (3 matches) |
| Top World Cup Goalscorer | Mohammed Muntari (1 goal) |
| Latest FIFA World Cup Appearance | 2026 |
Qatar FIFA World Cup 2026 Full Squad List
Manager: Julen Lopetegui
Captain: Hassan Al-Haydos
Goalkeepers: Salah Zakaria (Al-Duhail), Mahmoud Abunada (Al Rayyan), Meshaal Barsham (Al Sadd).
Defenders: Hashmi Hussein (Al Arabi), Ayoub Alawi (Al Gharafa), Boualem Khoukhi (Al Sadd), Pedro Miguel (Al Sadd), Issa Laaye (Al Arabi), Lucas Mendes (Al Wakrah), Sultan Al-Brake (Al-Duhail), Homam Al-Amin (Cultural Leonesa).
Midfielders: Mohammed Al-Manai (Al Shamal), Jassem Jaber (Al Arabi), Karim Boudiaf (Al-Duhail), Ahmed Fathi (Al Arabi), Abdulaziz Hatem (Al Rayyan), Assim Madibo (Al Wakrah).
Forwards: Tahseen Mohammed (Al-Duhail), Edmilson Junior (Al-Duhail), Almoez Ali (Al-Duhail), Akram Afif (Al Sadd), Mohammed Muntari (Al Gharafa), Youssef Abdulrazzaq (Al Wakrah), Ahmed Alaa (Al Rayyan), Hassan Al-Haydos (Al Sadd), Ahmed Al-Janahi (Al Gharafa).
Qatar FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Stage Schedule
| Match No. | Date | Time (Local) | Match | Venue | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Sat, June 13 | 12:00 PDT | Qatar vs Switzerland | Levi's Stadium | Santa Clara |
| 38 | Thu, June 18 | 16:00 PDT | Canada vs Qatar | BC Place | Vancouver |
| 69 | Wed, June 24 | 12:00 PDT | Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar | SoFi Stadium | Inglewood |
Qatar FIFA World Cup 2026 Results
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has not started yet and Qatar's official tournament results will be updated after each match.
| Date | Match | Result | Score | Venue | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 June 2026 | Qatar vs Switzerland | Upcoming Fixture | TBD | Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara | Group Stage |
| 18 June 2026 | Canada vs Qatar | Upcoming Fixture | TBD | BC Place, Vancouver | Group Stage |
| 24 June 2026 | Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar | Upcoming Fixture | TBD | SoFi Stadium, Inglewood | Group Stage |
Qatar FIFA World Cup Best Performances
| Year | Host Country | Achievement |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Qatar | Group Stage |
| 2026 | Canada, Mexico, United States | Qualified |
Qatar All-Time FIFA World Cup Stats
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 3 |
| Wins | 0 |
| Draws | 0 |
| Losses | 3 |
| Goals Scored | 1 |
| Goals Conceded | 7 |
| Clean Sheets | 0 |
| Round of 16 Appearances | 0 |
| Quarter-final Appearances | 0 |
| Semi-final Appearances | 0 |
| Final Appearances | 0 |