By Dipti Nair

The excitement of the FIFA World Cup U-17 is already buzzing across Qatar, and the upcoming FIFA Arab Cup is set to take the energy even higher. The FIFA Arab Cup returns from December 1 to 18, 2025, bringing together 16 of the best Arab national teams. The highly-anticipated tournament will unfold across some of Qatar’s world-class stadiums. With high-energy matches, passionate crowds, and a festive atmosphere, this year’s Arab Cup promises an exciting month of football for residents and visitors alike.

The Tournament

The 2025 edition marks the 11th FIFA Arab Cup and the third time Qatar hosts the prestigious regional championship. Algeria are the current champions with having won the trophy in 2021.

The Stadiums

Six major stadiums across Qatar will host the tournament.

Al Bayt Stadium (Al Khor)

Lusail Stadium (Lusail City)

Khalifa International Stadium (Doha)

Ahmad bin Ali Stadium (Al Rayyan)

Education City Stadium (Al Rayyan)

Stadium 974 (Doha)

Each stadium is easily accessible through Qatar’s efficient transport network, offering fans a smooth and enjoyable match-day experience.

The Tickets

Tickets for the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 are now on sale on www.tickets.roadtoqatar.qa and managed through the RoadToQatar app (available on iOS and Android).

Individual Match Ticket Prices

• Opening Match / Final

  • Category 1: 200 QAR

  • Category 2: 100 QAR

  • Category 3: 50 QAR

  • Accessible: 40 QAR

• Semi-Finals

  • Category 1: 100 QAR

  • Category 2: 80 QAR

  • Category 3: 40 QAR

  • Accessible: 40 QAR

• Group Stage / Quarter-Finals / Third-Place Match

  • Category 1: 60 QAR

  • Category 2: 40 QAR

  • Category 3: 25 QAR

  • Accessible: 25 QAR

Ticket Packages

• Semi-Finals (SF1/SF2) + Final Package

  • Category 1: 300 QAR

  • Category 2: 180 QAR

  • Category 3: 90 QAR

  • Accessible: Not Available

• Follow My Team Package

  • Category 1: 180 QAR

  • Category 2: 120 QAR

  • Category 3: 75 QAR

  • Accessible: Not Available

Accessibility

All stadiums offer accessible seating for fans with disabilities. Accessibility tickets can be obtained by emailing accessibility.tickets@sc.qa with proof of eligibility (such as disability ID or medical certificate).

Key Matches

The tournament schedule is packed with exciting fixtures, but a few key matches stand out:

Opening Matches

December 1, 2025

Qatar vs Winner of Palestine/Libya

Al Bayt Stadium, 7.30 pm

Tunisia vs Winner of Syria/South Sudan

Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, 4 pm

Group Stage Matches

December 1 - 9, 2025

Knockout Stage Dates

December 11 - 15, 2025

Quarter-finals: December 11 – 12, 2025

Semi Finals – December 15, 2025

Finals

18 December 2025

Venue: Lusail Stadium

Kick-off: 7 pm

The Teams

Sixteen nations, drawn from both the AFC and CAF, will contest the final tournament. The top two teams in each group will qualify for the knockout stage. The competition follows a familiar format: four groups of four teams, followed by quarterfinals, semi-finals, and the finals. Qatar, as the host nation, as well as the defending champions Algeria along with the seven highest-ranked nations at the time of the draw all qualified automatically. The remaining seven slots will be filled through a series of single-leg qualification matches to take place in Qatar in November.

Group A

• Qatar
• Tunisia
• Winner of Syria / South Sudan
• Winner of Palestine / Libya

Group B

• Morocco
• Saudi Arabia
• Winner of Oman / Somalia
• Winner of Yemen / Comoros

Group C

• Egypt
• Jordan
• United Arab Emirates
• Winner of Kuwait / Mauritania

Group D

• Algeria
• Iraq
• Winner of Bahrain / Djibouti
• Winner of Lebanon / Sudan

What to Expect in Qatar During the Tournament

Expect vibrant fan zones, special dining experiences, and family-friendly activities across the country, especially around stadiums and popular public spaces.

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