FIFA World Cup 2026: Can Asian champions Qatar reach the knockouts?

Qatar, the reigning Asian champions and host of the 2022 World Cup, are preparing for the 2026 tournament in North America. For the first time, they qualified on merit after three rounds of qualifiers. They are in Group B with Switzerland, Canada, and Bosnia and Herzegovina, aiming for the knockout stages. Manager Julen Lopetegui emphasized managing pressure without losing ambition.