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Arab Cup 2025: Qatar to Host Tournament on December

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Qatar is set to host the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup from December 1 to 18, marking the tournament's 11th edition and the third time Qatar has served as the host nation, following the 1998 and 2021 editions.

The competition will feature 16 teams from across the Arab world, competing in various stadiums that previously hosted the 2022 FIFA World Cup. 

In May 2024, during its 74th Congress in Bangkok, FIFA granted Qatar the rights to host the next three editions of the Arab Cup in 2025, 2029, and 2033. citeturn0search1 The 2025 tournament will take place just days before the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, scheduled from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026. This timing presents a tight schedule for North African teams participating in both events.

The previous Arab Cup in 2021 concluded with Algeria claiming their first title after a 2-0 victory over Tunisia in the final. citeturn0search0 As the defending champions, Algeria will aim to retain their title in the upcoming tournament. Fans can anticipate high-quality matches and a vibrant atmosphere as teams vie for regional supremacy in this prestigious competition.

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