Qatar chases redemption at the World Cup
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…
