Arab Cup 2025: Match Schedule and TV Guide for UAE Team
What is the Arab Cup 2025?
The 2025 Arab Cup is an esteemed football tournament featuring national teams from across the Arab world. Organized under FIFA’s jurisdiction, this event marks the second edition of the competition, emphasizing unity and sportsmanship among member nations. With its rich history and cultural significance, the Arab Cup represents a vibrant celebration of football in the region.
Tournament Dates and Venue
Scheduled to take place in Qatar from December 1 to December 18, 2025, the Arab Cup will unfold in various stadiums that previously hosted the 2022 FIFA World Cup. This marks the third occasion that Qatar has hosted the Arab Cup, demonstrating the country’s commitment to promoting football beyond traditional boundaries.
Host Venues
Six iconic stadiums will serve as the backdrop for this year’s tournament:
- Al Bayt Stadium (Capacity: 68,895) – Fixture: Tournament opener
- Lusail Stadium (Capacity: 88,966) – Fixture: Final match
- Stadium 974 (Capacity: 44,089)
- Ahmad bin Ali Stadium (Capacity: 45,032)
- Education City Stadium (Capacity: 44,667)
- Khalifa International Stadium (Capacity: 45,857)
Each venue has been meticulously planned to provide an unparalleled experience for players and fans alike.
Participating Teams
A total of sixteen nations will compete in this prestigious event. The hosts, Qatar, along with defending champions Algeria, automatically qualify alongside the top seven highest-ranked teams at the time of the draw—namely Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, and the UAE. The remaining teams secured their spots through single-leg qualification matches held in Qatar in November.
Qualified Teams
- Qatar – Hosts
- Algeria – Defending champions
- Bahrain
- Comoros
- Egypt
- Iraq
- Jordan
- Kuwait
- Morocco
- Oman
- Palestine
- Saudi Arabia
- Sudan
- Syria
- Tunisia
- UAE
Tournament Format
The tournament will consist of four groups, each containing four teams:
Group A
- Qatar
- Tunisia
- Syria
- Palestine
Group B
- Morocco
- Saudi Arabia
- Oman
- Comoros
Group C
- Egypt
- Jordan
- United Arab Emirates
- Kuwait
Group D
- Algeria
- Iraq
- Bahrain
- Sudan
The top two teams from each group will advance to the knockout stage, which comprises quarter-finals, semi-finals, and the final.
Extra Time and Penalties
During the qualification stage, if matches end in a draw after 90 minutes, there will be no extra time—penalty shootouts will determine the winner. However, in the knockout phase, if matches remain level, extra time followed by penalties will dictate progression.
Match Schedule (UAE Times)
The tournament commences on December 1:
Group Stage Matches
Monday, December 1
- Tunisia vs. Syria: Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan, 5 PM
- Qatar vs. Palestine: Al Bayt Stadium, Al Khor, 8:30 PM
Tuesday, December 2
- Morocco vs. Comoros: Khalifa International Stadium, Al Rayyan, 4 PM
- Saudi Arabia vs. Oman: Education City Stadium, Al Rayyan, 9 PM
Wednesday, December 3
- Jordan vs. United Arab Emirates: Al Bayt Stadium, Al Khor, 9 PM
- Algeria vs. Sudan: Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan, 4 PM
Knockout Stage Fixtures
Thursday, December 11
- Quarter-Final 1: Group B winners vs. Group A runners-up, Khalifa International Stadium, Al Rayyan, 6:30 PM
- Quarter-Final 2: Group A winners vs. Group B runners-up, Lusail Stadium, 9:30 PM
Final Matches
Thursday, December 18
- Match for third place: Loser SF1 vs. Loser SF2, Khalifa International Stadium, Al Rayyan, 3 PM
- Final: Winner SF1 vs. Winner SF2, Lusail Stadium, 8 PM
Broadcast Information
All matches will be broadcast live, allowing fans to keep up with the action whether at home or abroad.
Previous Champions
- 2021: Algeria
- 2012: Morocco
- 2002: Saudi Arabia
- 1998: Saudi Arabia
- 1992: Egypt
- 1988: Iraq (and previous editions)
The Arab Cup 2025 is set to carry this legacy forward, celebrating athletics and cultural exchange across the Arab world.
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