Al Annabi climb back to 34th in FIFA rankings
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Doha: Qatar football team has once again returned to its highest ever FIFA ranking, reaching the 34th spot. The latest rankings issued by the sport...
Doha: Qatar football team has once again returned to its highest-ever FIFA ranking, reaching the 34th spot.
The latest rankings issued by the sport’s governing body yesterday showed a one-spot rise from Qatar’s previous position.
Qatar’s previous high, 34, was in April before they dropped to 35th in the June rankings issued by FIFA.
Under Marquez Lopez’s guidance, Al Annabi have shown remarkable form this year, securing their second consecutive Asian Cup title apart from finishing the second round of FIFA World Cup 2026 – AFC Asian Qualifiers undefeated.
Qatar, who made their World Cup debut as the host nation in 2022, are now seeking direct qualification for the global football extravaganza which will be co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
