Doha, Qatar: Qatar coach Julen Lopetegui has named a 23-player squad for the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025, which kicks off on December 1. Star striker Almoez Ali misses out after undergoing leg surgery in London, leaving Akram Afif to spearhead the attack as Qatar aim to surpass their third-place finish from the 2021 edition. Qatar will begin their campaign on December 1 at Al Bayt Stadium against the winner of the Palestine–Libya qualifier.

The squad, announced following the conclusion of Round 10 of the Qatar Stars League, reflects a blend of experience and fresh talent. While veterans Boualem Khoukhi, Karim Boudiaf and Pedro Miguel have been omitted, seasoned players including Abdulaziz Hatem, Ahmed Alaaeldin, Assim Madibo, Edmilson Junior and Lucas Mendes return. Young prospects Yousuf Ayman and Mohammed Khalid have also been included, highlighting Lopetegui’s focus on integrating emerging talent ahead of next year’s FIFA World Cup preparations.

Goalkeeper Mahmoud Abunada leads the trio between the posts, supported by Meshaal Barsham and Shehab Al Laithi. Mohammed Muntari is expected to play a key role in attack, with the tournament set to run until December 18, culminating at Lusail Stadium. Qatar, who recently played a friendly against Zimbabwe, will hold a brief training camp before the competition begins.

Full Qatar Squad:
Mahmoud Abunada, Meshaal Barsham, Shehab Al Laithi, Abdulaziz Hatem, Ahmed Alaaeldin, Ahmed Fathy, Akram Afif, Al Hashemi Al Hussein, Ayoub Mohammed, Assim Madibo, Edmilson Junior, Issa Lay, Homam Al Amin, Jassim Jaber, Khalid Ali, Lucas Mendes, Mohammed Khalid, Mohammed Mannai, Mohammed Muntari, Mohammed Waad, Sultan Al Brake, Tarek Salman, Yousuf Ayman.