France hopes to become the first side to successfully defend the championship since Brazil 60 years ago when the 2022 World Cup kicks off in Qatar in three weeks. Although Qatar will soon take part in its first FIFA World Cup, the hosts won’t be content to be considered honorary competitors.
Star Players of Qatar that are Very Promising for FIFA World Cup 2022
Hassan Al-Haydos, Forward
Age: 31 Years Old
Al Haydos, a playmaker who can also play on the right flank and in central midfield, was one of Qatar’s standout players during their 2019 Asian Cup victory. He has evolved at Al Sadd under the guidance of Jafal Rashed Al Kuwari. Due to his undeniable technical skill, he will undoubtedly be one of Al Annabi’s shining stars this winter.
Throughout his career, his on-field charisma has continually shone. Whether it was his late winning goal against Japan in the 2008 Olympic qualifications or his legendary heroics in the club’s penalty shootout win over Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors in 2011, he has displayed a tonne of character.
Afif Akram
Position: Forward
Age: 25
Afif, like his father, is a flexible player who can play on the left or right wing and, on occasion, even serve as the attack’s catalyst.
After playing for OH Leuven in Belgium and various Spanish teams, Afif also has extensive experience playing in Europe. He presently plays for Al Sadd, where he has made a lasting impression on the league. He nevertheless won the Qatar Stars League’s top player award despite a minor decline in performance since April.
With 15 goals overall, Afif led the QSL in scoring during the 2019–20 season. He is a skilled goal scorer, but he also has the technical ability and vision to generate a lot of opportunities.
Almoez Ali
Position: Striker
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Age: 25
With nine goals and four goals, respectively, the current Al-Duhail SC player led Al Annabi in scoring at both the 2021 Gold Cup and the 2019 Asian Cup. He is the first player in the world to have scored in three different continental championships, and he now ranks third all-time in goals scored in Qatar with 39; he is only one goal behind Mansour Muftah, who has 44 goals to his credit.
This winter, Qatari supporters will be highly reliant on his exceptional individual performances and his aptitude for capitalizing on opportunities to assist their team advance to the Round of 16 of the tournaments.
Saad Al Sheeb
Position: Goalkeeper
Age: 32 years
Saad Al Sheep has always wished to represent Qatar at a home World Cup wearing the number one jersey. “At the moment, my main dream is to represent Qatar at the 2022 World Cup,” he said in an interview with Al-Jazeera from back in 2019.
Since making his debut in 2009, the goalkeeper for Al Sadd SC has been a stalwart of Qatar’s national squad. In addition to having won more than 75 caps for his country, Al Sheep was essential to Al Sadd’s back-to-back championship victories in the Qatar Stars League during the previous two seasons. Additionally, the goalie has competed in important international competitions including the Asian Cup, Copa America, and CONCACAF Gold Cup.
Abdelkarim Hassan
Position: Left-Back
Age: 28
Hassan, who has 120 international games under his belt and is Qatar’s third-most-capped player, is known by several nicknames, including “The Gunner” and “the Flamethrower.” For many years, Hassan has been Al Annabi’s first pick for the left-back position, and he has unrivalled impact.
The current Al Sadd SC star, who previously spent a brief period in Belgium, is predicted to be one of Qatar’s most important players this season. His thunderous goal against Yemen in the 2019 Gulf Cup is an example of his lightning-quick speed, gifted technical and dribbling abilities, and rocket-like shot.
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