The Qatar national football team, known as Al-Annabi (The Maroon), represents the State of Qatar in international football under the Qatar Football Association. Based in Doha, the team's primary home venue is the iconic Khalifa International Stadium, among other world-class venues built for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The team's history was forever altered when Qatar was awarded the hosting rights for the 2022 World Cup, triggering an unprecedented period of investment and development. Their pinnacle achievement came with a sensational victory at the 2019 AFC Asian Cup, where a talented generation led by Almoez Ali and Akram Afif played scintillating football. This triumph announced Qatar as a serious footballing nation. As hosts of the 2022 World Cup, they made their debut in the tournament, scoring in all three group stage matches. The modern squad is largely drawn from the powerful domestic clubs like Al-Sadd and Al-Duhail, benefiting from elite academy systems like Aspire Academy. The fan base has grown significantly alongside the team's success, creating a vibrant atmosphere. Qatar's national team has rapidly transformed from regional participants to Asian champions and World Cup hosts, marking a new chapter in global football.