With 100 days to go for FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025, HE Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed al-Thani (pictured), Minister of Sports and Youth and Chairman of the tournament’s Local Organising Committee (LOC) in an official statement issued Friday said the tournament’s significance goes beyond football.

“The FIFA Arab Cup holds a special place for the people of this region. This tournament’s significance goes beyond football; it’s a celebration of our passion and identity – one that unites players and fans alike. We are proud to host the tournament for the second time, which will celebrate the best of Arab football and once again showcase the power of sports in bringing people together,” HE Sheikh Hamad said.

To Page 4“Qatar has demonstrated its capabilities in hosting mega-sporting events, year after year, and the FIFA Arab Cup is another chapter in this rich sporting legacy. This will be an opportunity to reaffirm the importance of Arab unity, while showcasing the rich culture of the Arab world and highlight the limitless ability of its people in sports and other fields. We are delighted to welcome the world once again, particularly fans from the region to revel in the excitement of the beautiful game.”