From host to qualifier in one cycle
Qatar hosted the 2022 tournament. Three and a half years later they’re back, this time having earned their place through Asian qualifying. The whole vibe of the squad is different now — less pressure, more focus on football.
The design
Rich maroon home shirt with elegant white trim from Adidas, a redesigned crest sitting central, and a minimalist sleeve cuff. The maroon is slightly deeper than the 2022 version and the overall feel is more premium, less tournament-novelty.
Who to watch
Akram Afif still pulling the strings in attack, Almoez Ali remaining the goal threat, and Meshaal Barsham reliable in goal. The core that won the 2019 Asian Cup and reached the 2023 final has stayed together — that continuity matters.
Why you should care
Group B with Canada, Switzerland and a playoff winner is a winnable group. Qatar maroon is one of the few non-traditional World Cup colours that genuinely stands out in highlight packages.
Buy and read more
Pick up the shirt on the Qatar buy page. Tomorrow: Egypt. Full countdown schedule.