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26 Sep’ 2026
Team Qatar 1 Face Oman in Asian Games Beach Volleyball
NAGOYA, Japan – Qatar’s beach volleyball team “Qatar 1”, featuring Sherif Younes and Ahmed Tijan, will face Oman tomorrow in a crucial Group A encounter at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, with both teams looking to strengthen their position in the group standings.
Qatar made a winning start to their campaign with a deserved victory over the Philippines, collecting their first points and boosting their hopes of challenging for top spot in the group. They now face Oman, one of the leading contenders in the group, in what promises to be a stern test for the Qatari duo.
Younes and Tijan will be determined to build on their strong opening performance and secure another victory to give their Asian Games campaign further momentum.
Meanwhile, Qatar 2, represented by Mohammed Ehab and Mousa Al Khair, concluded their group-stage campaign with a 2-0 defeat to Thailand in their final Group D match.
Despite the defeat, Qatar 2 finished second in the group after recording two victories against one loss. Thailand topped the standings, with both teams advancing to the Round of 16.
Qatar 2 will now turn their attention to the knockout stages, where they will look to maintain their strong form and continue their run in the competition.
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Al Buenain Meets Brunei Olympic Council President at Bayt Qatar
Nagoya, Japan – H.E Jassim bin Rashid Al Buenain, Secretary General of the Qatar Olympic Committee, met with His Royal Highness Prince Sufri Bolkiah, President of the Brunei Darussalam National Olympic Council, at Bayt Qatar in Nagoya on the sidelines of the 20th Asian Games – Aichi-Nagoya 2026.During the visit, HRH Prince Sufri Bolkiah toured Bayt Qatar and explored the activities and experiences on offer, which showcase Qatar’s sporting journey, achievements and rich legacy in sport.
Team Qatar advance to Handball Semi-Finals with Victory over Iran
Aichi-Nagoya - Qatar’s national handball team qualified for the semi-finals of the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games after defeating Iran 31–25 in yesterday’s quarter-final.Team Qatar will face South Korea in the semi-finals after the Koreans advanced at the expense of China. The match was attended by H.E. Jassim bin Rashid Al Buenain, Secretary General of the Qatar Olympic Committee, and Sheikh Khalifa bin Khalid Al Thani, Director of the Sports Sector at the Qatar Olympic Committee.The encounter against Iran was far from easy for Qatar, particularly in the first half, which ended with Iran leading 14–13. Team Qatar, however, overturned the deficit in the second half to secure victory.The opening stages were evenly contested before Iran established the first two-goal advantage in the 13th minute, taking a 6–4 lead after Qatar missed several attacking opportunities. Team Qatar regained their composure and reduced the deficit to one at 7–6, but Iran responded by extending their advantage to 9–6.
Al Darwish: Aichi-Nagoya Experience Supports Qatar’s Preparations for Doha 2030
Aichi-Nagoya - Ahmed Youssef Al Darwish, Head of the Administrative Delegation of Team Qatar at the 20th Asian Games – Aichi-Nagoya 2026, stressed that the administrative delegation continues its efforts to provide all necessary requirements for Qatar’s national teams and athletes and facilitate their participation in the various competitions, in continuous coordination with the administrative and technical teams and the Games Organizing Committee.Al Darwish said: “The work of the administrative delegation began well before our arrival in Japan, through planning and coordination with the sports federations and various relevant entities. Since the delegation arrived in Nagoya, our work has continued with the follow-up of all organizational and logistical aspects, providing the best possible conditions for our athletes and addressing the teams’ day-to-day requirements, allowing them to focus fully on their competitions.”He added: “The administrative delegation is committed to coordinating between the different teams within the delegation and the sports federations, whether in relation to transportation, accommodation, training, competitions or other aspects associated with our participation. We aim to respond quickly and effectively to any requirements that may arise, ensuring the appropriate environment for Team Qatar athletes throughout the Games.”Al Darwish also highlighted the importance of the current experience as Doha prepares to host the next edition of the Asian Games in 2030. He said: “Our presence at Aichi-Nagoya is not limited to sporting participation. It also represents an important opportunity to closely observe the various organizational and operational processes involved in an event of this scale and identify experiences and practices that can benefit us on the road to Doha 2030.”
Team Qatar Take on Yemen in Bid to Seal Gulf Cup 27 Semi-Final Place
JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia – Qatar will look to strengthen their bid for a place in the semi-finals of the 27th Arabian Gulf Cup when they face Yemen tomorrow (Sunday) at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah in their second Group B encounter.Qatar opened their campaign with a 2-0 victory over defending champions Bahrain, securing three points and moving to the top of the group alongside the United Arab Emirates, who defeated Yemen 4-0 in their opening match. Bahrain and Yemen remain without points.A victory over Yemen would secure Qatar’s place in the semi-finals if the UAE defeat Bahrain in the group’s other match, which will also be played tomorrow at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium. Under that scenario, the winners would seal their qualification, leaving their final group-stage meeting to determine top spot, while Bahrain and Yemen would be eliminated.Qatar produced a strong performance against defending champions Bahrain in their opening match, overcoming a determined opponent 2-0 despite facing a number of challenges during the game.Head coach Julen Lopetegui handled the match with tactical composure, addressing Qatar’s missed opportunities in the first half before Boualem Khoukhi broke the deadlock shortly after the restart.Qatar were then reduced to 10 men following Ahmed Fathi’s dismissal in the 70th minute, but responded impressively, maintaining defensive discipline and relying on counter-attacks. Their resilience was rewarded deep into stoppage time when captain Hassan Al Haydos, who had come on as a substitute, won and converted a penalty to seal the victory.Yemen, meanwhile, will be determined to produce a much-improved performance and keep their hopes of reaching the semi-finals alive. Following their heavy 4-0 defeat to the UAE, they know they must secure a positive result to avoid a second successive loss that would bring their Gulf Cup campaign to an end.In the other Group B encounter, the UAE will face Bahrain tomorrow at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium in a crucial fixture for the defending champions.The UAE will seek a second consecutive victory after their emphatic 4-0 win over Yemen in the opening round, a result that put them in a strong position. A win would take them to six points and secure their semi-final place if Qatar also defeat Yemen.The UAE displayed impressive readiness in their opening match and have already underlined their ambitions not only to reach the semi-finals but also to challenge for the title, with several experienced players making a significant impact.Bahrain, meanwhile, must respond with a victory to revive their semi-final hopes after their opening defeat to Qatar. A draw would keep their qualification hopes alive but make their task in the final group match considerably more difficult, while another defeat would officially end their campaign.