The President of the Qatar Football Association (QFA), Jassim bin Rashid al-Buenain, expressed confidence in the Qatari national team’s ability to bounce back in the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Al-Buenain urged fans to rally behind the team in their upcoming match against Kyrgyzstan, which will be played at Al Thumama Stadium tomorrow. Qatari began the third round of qualifiers with a 1-3 loss to the UAE in Doha, followed by a 2-2 draw against Northern Ireland, leaving them in fifth place with just one point. Only top two finishers from the group qualify directly for the World Cup.
“Reaching the 2026 World Cup requires everyone to work together, including the fans, who are our most important and loyal supporters. We are all striving for the same goal—qualifying for the World Cup,” said al-Buenain.
“We are confident in the players’ ability to recover, as the Asian champions are capable of getting back on track. We will continue our journey with the ambition of reaching the finals,” he added.
Al-Buenain emphasised the significance of home field advantage and encouraged fans to play a crucial role in boosting team morale. He added: “We must make the most of our home advantage, and our ambition is to win. Our loyal fans have always been a source of strength for the team, and we call on them once again to be that positive force in the Kyrgyzstan match, as they have been in past tournaments.”
He praised the “Our Fans Are Our Strength” initiative, noting that Qatari supporters have built a culture of unwavering support that continues until the final whistle, regardless of the result.
Qatar Football Association President Jassim bin Rashid al-Buenain.
