Doha, Qatar: Hundreds of fans from across the Arab world came together today at Old Doha Port for the Arab Fan Walk, a vibrant celebration of culture, unity and football held ahead of the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025.
The gathering brought together supporters from all 23 participating nations, alongside community groups and fan leaders, who expressed their excitement for the event as they carried their national flags and marched along Doha's scenic waterfront in a powerful display of regional pride and solidarity.
As Qatar welcomes teams and supporters from across the region, the Arab Fan Walk exemplifies the power of football in bringing people together, as well as the cultural significance of the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 in connecting the Arab community.
The Arab Fan Walk also serves as an early showcase of the atmosphere expected during the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025, which will be held from 1-18 December across six stadiums used during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022:
Al Bayt Stadium, Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Education City Stadium, Khalifa International Stadium, Stadium 974 and Lusail Stadium.
A total of 16 teams will compete for this year’s title. Nine teams have already qualified directly based on FIFA rankings, while 14 countries will compete in crucial qualifiers taking place on 25-26 November in Qatar to secure the remaining seven places in the tournament.
The tournament will feature vibrant fan zones, cultural and musical performances, all designed to bring fans closer to the action.
Venues are connected by Qatar’s integrated public transport network and provide barrier-free access to disabled fans.
Tickets for the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025, including qualifying matches are available at: www.roadtoqatar.qa
