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Gritty Palestine enter Arab Cup quarters as favourites Qatar crash out

Gritty Palestine enter Arab Cup quarters as favourites Qatar crash out

Summary

Palestine has reached the quarterfinals of the FIFA Arab Cup 2025 for the first time after a goalless draw with Syria. Qatar, who needed a strong win to advance, was eliminated following a 3-0 loss to Tunisia.

Key Facts

  • Qatar lost 3-0 to Tunisia, ending their chances to progress in the Arab Cup 2025.
  • Palestine advanced to the quarterfinals after a 0-0 draw against Syria.
  • Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane scored Tunisia's first goal due to a goalkeeping mistake from Qatar.
  • Tunisia scored twice more despite being reduced to 10 players in the match.
  • Both Palestine and Syria secured their spots in the next round with the draw.
  • Palestine previously defeated Qatar with an own goal during the tournament's opening game.
  • Palestine and Syria both suffer from ongoing conflict but are performing well in the tournament.
  • Qatar and Tunisia, despite being strong teams, have both been knocked out of the competition.

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