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Qatar Tribune
4 days ago
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Hassan Al Haydos to rejoin national team: QFA
DOHA: Qatar Football Association (QFA) has announced the return of Hassan Al Haydos to the national team. He had earlier announced his retirement from international football. In a statement, the QFA said that Al Haydos will join the squad for the fourth round of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, scheduled for next October. The Qatari team is preparing for the fourth round of the Asian qualifiers, with Qatar hosting one of the two groups. The draw will be held on July 17. Al Haydos retired from international football following the 2023 AFC Asian Cup, which Qatar won for the second time after beating Jordan 3-1 in the final. The Al Sadd player is considered one of the key players in the history of the Qatari team, having played 184 international matches, scoring 42 goals in various tournaments.
Qatar Tribune
4 days ago
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Haydos recalled from retirement for Qatar's 2026 World Cup Qualification Playoffs
Tribune News Network Doha Hassan Al Haydos, who led Qatar at FIFA World Cup 2022 following their fairytale Asian Cup triumph in 2019, has come back from his retirement from the national team to lead Al Annabi through the 2026 World Cup Qualification Playoffs. The Qatar Football Association (QFA) in a statement on Saturday said that Al Haydos will be rejoining the squad for the 2026 World Cup Qualification Playoffs at the request of coach Julen Lopetegui. It stated: 'Hassan Al Haydos is at the forefront of the national team squad for the 2026 World Cup qualification playoffs, in a positive move responding to coach Julen Lopetegui's request to strengthen the team with experienced players. 'His presence is expected to bring both technical and emotional value, providing leadership and support in the pursuit of the big dream that will delight Al Annabi's fans the dream of securing a place at the World Cup.' A cool forward, Al Haydos has so far made 183 appearances for Qatar since his debut in 2008 scoring 41 goals. He had also been a part of Qatar U23 and U20 squads. The 33-year-old had announced his retirement from the national team on 16th March 2024. Last week, Qatar Stars League champions Al Sadd had announced the renewal of their captain Al Haydos' contract. One of the best Qatari footballers over the years, Al Haydos has been with Al Sadd since 1998. Al Haydos has been at the heart of Al Sadd's success for more than two decades. He rose through the club's youth system before making his senior debut in the 2006–2007 season. Since then, he has played a vital role in guiding the team to numerous domestic and continental triumphs, including league titles and the AFC Champions League. The club had emphasized the desire to retain the veteran player in recognition of his immense contributions, leadership, and unwavering loyalty to the team. 'I thank the club for their trust and the renewal of the contract. I am very happy at Al Sadd, which is my home,' Al Haydos had said. 'Leadership is a responsibility, and the Al Sadd players are like my brothers. We have been playing together for a long time. Our goal as a family is one — to always keep Al Sadd at the top.' Qatar's hopes of qualifying for the 2026 tournament rests on the play-offs after the team finished fourth in their third-round qualifying group, missing out on an automatic berth. The teams that placed third and fourth in each of the three third-round groups will be regrouped into two new pools for the next stage. The stakes remain high - top teams from each group will go straight to the World Cup, while the second-placed sides will move on to the fifth and final round of qualification. The fourth-round draw is slated for July 17, with matches kicking off in October.
Qatar Tribune
4 days ago
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- Qatar Tribune
Al Haydos to rejoin national team: QFA
Qatar Football Association (QFA) announced on Saturday the return of Hassan Al Haydos to the national team, who had announced his retirement from international football. In a statement, the QFA said that Al Haydos will join the squad for the fourth round of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup scheduled for next October. The Qatari team is preparing for the fourth round of the Asian qualifiers, with Qatar hosting one of the two groups. The draw will be held on July 17. Al Haydos retired from international football following the 2023 AFC Asian Cup, which Qatar won for the second time after beating Jordan 3-1 in the final. page 12
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Hassan Al Haydos joins Qatar Squad for 2026 World Cup Qualification Playoffs
Qatar Football Association (QFA) announced on 28 June 2025 that former Qatar National Team captain Hassan Al Haydos will be rejoining the squad for the 2026 World Cup Qualification Playoffs at the request of coach Julen Lopetegui Argote. The announcement said the following: "Hassan Al Haydos is at the forefront of the national team squad for the 2026 World Cup qualification playoffs, in a positive move responding to coach Julen Lopetegui's request to strengthen the team with experienced players. His presence is expected to bring both technical and emotional value, providing leadership and support in the pursuit of the big dream that will delight Al Annabi's fans, the dream of securing a place at the World Cup." Al Haydos retired from international football following the 2023 AFC Asian Cup, which Qatar won for the second time after beating Jordan 3-1 in the final. The Al Sadd player is considered one of the key players in the history of the Qatari team, having played 184 international matches, scoring 42 goals in various tournaments.
Qatar Tribune
10-05-2025
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- Qatar Tribune
Al Sadd beat Al Duhail on 3-2 on penalties after 2-2 draw to lift Qatar Cup
DOHA: Al Sadd claimed their fourth Qatar Cup title, their second trophy of the season following the Qatar Stars League triumph, as they beat arch-rivals Al Duhail 3-2 in a nervy penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw in regulation time at the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium on Saturday. President of Qatar Olympic Committee HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani awarded Al Sadd captain Hassan Al Haydos the trophy. Sheikh Joaan also honoured the winners and runners-up in presence of President of Qatar Football Association Jassim bin Rashid Al Buainain, and CEO of Qatar Stars LeagueHani Ballan. Goalkeeper Meshaal Barsham was the hero for Al Sadd as he saved two successive penalty kicks diving first to his left and then to his right. While Hassan Al Haydos, Akram Afif, Rafa Mujica, and Claudinho scored for Al Sadd, Pedro Miguel missed. For Al Duhail, Almoez Ali, Edmilson Jr., and Benjamin Bourigeaud were on target but Michael Olunga and Karim Boudiaf erred. Al Duhail made an aggressive start to the match but Al Sadd held fort despite some anxious moments in the opening half. Barsham was instrumental in making a good save here as well. The Red Knights fetched lead in the 49th minute when Olunga headed home a corner kick. Al Sadd hit back in the 63rd minute after Miguel brought down during a corner kick and the referee ruled a penalty. The spot kick was converted by Claudinho 1-1. Al Duhail, however, regained lead three minutes later - opening the attack from the right flank and Benjamin Bourigeaud connected a Bassem Al Rawi cross from in front of the goal while being in line of the defence (2-1). Al Sadd pulled level again (in the 86th minute) as Rafa Mujica leapt high to make a fine header off a Claudinho lob from the left. 2-2. The two extra-time halves failed to break the deadlock and The Wolves eventually prevailed in the shootout on their home turf. The victory left both the Al Sadd players and fans elated and they celebrated before and after the prize presentation. This is Al Sadd's fourth Qatar Cup triumph after winning it in 2017, 2020 and 2021.
