World Cup Qualifiers: Ahmad bin Ali Stadium to host Qatar-UAE match today

Published: 5 September 2024

Qatar News Agency
Doha

The Ahmad bin Ali World Cup Stadium will host the Qatar national team’s match against the UAE today, at 7:00 PM. This is the first match of Group A in the third and final stage of the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Fans can look forward to an exciting experience from the stands of this world-class stadium, known for its captivating design both inside and out. The stadium, which gained global acclaim during the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, has a seating capacity of over 40,000 and provided fans with an exceptional experience during important matches in the tournament.

The stadium has previously hosted significant events, including the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2021, the 2022 World Cup, the 2023 AFC Asian Cup, as well as the African and Turkish Super Cups and the prestigious Emir of Qatar Cup. It will now witness a new chapter for Qatari football as the team embarks on their journey to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, starting with a crucial match against the UAE, where secur-ing full points will be key to beginning their campaign on a strong note.

The choice of Ahmad bin Ali Stadium for this match is symbolic, as the venue offers many incentives for fans to attend and support their team. The stadium is expected to echo with the cheers of Qatari fans, who will be a vital source of strength for the team as they face the challenges of this decisive qualification stage.

What makes the stadium even more remarkable is its reflection of Qatar’s cultural and traditional her-itage, especially in the design of its exterior, which mimics the undulating dunes of the desert, along with geometric patterns that evoke the beauty of the local landscape and wildlife.