Four years after Qatar became the first Arab country to host the World Cup, they return to football’s biggest stage with unfinished business. As hosts in 2022, Qatar’s national team — Al Annabi — struggled under the spotlight, losing all three group matches and finishing without a point. The campaign contrasted sharply with Qatar’s recent dominance in Asia, making the early exit harder to swallow. Questions quickly followed — did Qatar buckle under the pressure, or was it simply not ready to face the world’s top teams? The 2026 World Cup could finally settle the question. Qatar: A team in flux Many…