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World Cup 2026 · Group B · FIFA #55
Qatar
- Group
- B
- FIFA Rank
- #55
- Pot
- 3
- Formation
- 5-3-2
Group B · Pre-tournament line
Sorted by Pot then FIFA ranking. Click any opponent for their team page.
| # | Team | FIFA | Pot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇨🇦 Canada | #30 | 1 |
| 2 | 🇨🇭 Switzerland | #19 | 2 |
| 3 | 🇶🇦 Qatar | #55 | 3 |
| 4 | 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina | #65 | 4 |
Qatar's World Cup 2026 fixtures
All three group-stage matches with venue, kickoff time and broadcast routing.
Matchday 1 · 19:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Qatar vs 🇨🇭 Switzerland
San Francisco Bay Area Stadium (Levi's Stadium)
· Santa Clara · capacity 68,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Switzerland's team page →
Matchday 2 · 22:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Canada vs 🇶🇦 Qatar
Vancouver Stadium (BC Place)
· Vancouver · capacity 54,500 · climate-controlled · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Canada's team page →
Matchday 3 · 19:00 UTC
🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina vs 🇶🇦 Qatar
Seattle Stadium (Lumen Field)
· Seattle · capacity 68,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Bosnia and Herzegovina's team page →
Tactical snapshot
Formation
5-3-2 ↔ 4-3-3 in possession
Pivot
Hassan Al-Haydos
Attacking focus
Akram Afif · Almoez Ali
Identity
First competitive World Cup qualifying run since 2010 after 2022 host bye
Qatar squad · 26
Provisional 2026 World Cup squad. Tap any player for their profile.
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Head coach
Julen Lopetegui
Spanish coach Julen Lopetegui, formerly of Spain, Sevilla and Real Madrid, took charge of Qatar and led the 2022 hosts through their first competitive World Cup qualifying campaign to a return to the finals.
Goalkeepers 3
Defenders 9
Midfielders 5
Forwards 9
Qatar at the World Cup
| First appearance | Total appearances | Best finish |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 (incl. 2026) | Group stage |
How to watch Qatar
United States: FOX · Telemundo
Home market: beIN Sports · Alkass
For the full broadcast schedule see our Match Centre →.
Read more about Qatar
Qatar World Cup 2026 — FAQ
When does Qatar play their first World Cup 2026 match?
Qatar's tournament begins Jun 13, 2026 against Switzerland at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara (19:00 UTC).
Who is Qatar's coach at World Cup 2026?
Julen Lopetegui.
What group is Qatar in at the 2026 World Cup?
Group B with Canada, Switzerland, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
What is Qatar's FIFA ranking heading into the 2026 World Cup?
#55 in the April 2026 FIFA Men's World Ranking, drawn into Pot 3.
Has Qatar ever reached a World Cup Group stage?
Qatar's best finish is Group stage. They have appeared at 2 World Cups including 2026.
Who is Qatar's captain at World Cup 2026?
Hassan Al-Haydos.
Where can I watch Qatar's World Cup 2026 matches?
FOX · Telemundo in the United States; beIN Sports · Alkass in Qatar.