Qatar snatched a dramatic 86-83 victory over Lebanon in their FIBA Basketball World Cup Asian Qualifier on December 1, 2025. In a back-and-forth thriller, Qatar made the crucial plays in the final seconds to secure a vital road win. The game featured numerous lead changes, with both teams trading baskets in a highly competitive fourth quarter. Lebanon, playing at home, seemed to have momentum after taking a slim lead with under a minute to play. However, Qatar responded with a critical three-pointer to regain the advantage, followed by a defensive stop and free throws to seal the three-point win. The result was a significant boost for Qatar's qualifying hopes and a heartbreaking loss for Lebanon in a tightly contested Group.