{"id":10480,"date":"2025-01-02T11:16:30","date_gmt":"2025-01-02T10:16:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dzwatch.dz\/?p=10480"},"modified":"2025-01-02T11:16:32","modified_gmt":"2025-01-02T10:16:32","slug":"fifa-arab-cup-2025-second-edition-scheduled-for-december-1-18-in-qatar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dzwatch.dz\/?p=10480","title":{"rendered":"FIFA Arab Cup 2025: Second Edition Scheduled for December 1\u201318 in Qatar"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Doha<\/strong> &#8211; The second edition of the <a href=\"http:\/\/fifa.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FIFA <\/a>Arab Cup 2025 will take place from December 1 to 18 in Qatar, according to an announcement made by the Qatar Olympic Committee on its official website on Wednesday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prestigious Venues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The competition will be held in the same iconic stadiums that hosted the FIFA World Cup 2022, showcasing Qatar\u2019s world-class facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Qatar\u2019s Commitment to Hosting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After receiving FIFA&#8217;s approval, Qatar is set to host the next three editions of the FIFA Arab Cup in 2025, 2029, and 2033. These events will be held a year prior to each FIFA World Cup, solidifying Qatar\u2019s position as a hub for major international football tournaments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Participating Teams<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Arab national teams will participate in the tournament by invitation from the Qatar Football Association, the organizing body of the competition. Notably, the Arab Cup is not included in FIFA&#8217;s official annual calendar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Historical Context<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The inaugural FIFA-supervised Arab Cup in 2021 saw Algeria crowned champions under the leadership of coach Madjid Bougherra, after defeating Tunisia 2-0 in extra time during the final.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preparations Underway<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In preparation for the 2025 edition, the Algerian Football Federation (FAF) approved the return of Madjid Bougherra as head coach of the national team for domestic players. Bougherra will resume his duties starting Thursday, January 2, 2025, focusing on building a competitive team with the best local talents, according to an FAF statement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Rich History<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Arab Cup has been a celebrated competition since its inception in 1963, traditionally organized by the Arab Football Federation. The 2021 edition marked its first occurrence under FIFA\u2019s oversight, setting a new standard for the tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For further updates on the FIFA Arab Cup 2025, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dzwatch.dz\/\">DZWATCH.DZ<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author<\/strong>: Nor-Eleslam<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Doha &#8211; The second edition of the FIFA Arab Cup 2025 will take place from December 1 to 18 in Qatar, according to an announcement made by the Qatar Olympic Committee on its official website on Wednesday. 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