2026 FIFA World Cup: Qatar, Saudi Arabia AFC qualifiers revealed
Summary
The draw for the fourth round of the Asian Football Confederation qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup decided the groups for the last six Asian teams still aiming to qualify for the tournament. Saudi Arabia and Qatar are hosting the fourth round matches for their respective groups. Each group's winner will secure a direct spot in the World Cup, while the team finishing second will enter playoffs for one remaining chance at the tournament.Key Facts
- The draw took place at the AFC headquarters in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
- Saudi Arabia and Qatar will host the fourth round matches in two separate groups.
- Group A includes Qatar, United Arab Emirates, and Oman.
- Group B includes Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Indonesia.
- Fourth round matches start on October 8, 2023.
- The top team from each group will directly qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- Teams finishing second in their group will compete in a playoff, with the winner going to intercontinental playoffs.
- The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
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