Doha, Qatar – A dramatic late equalizer from Syria’s Omar Khribin denied hosts Qatar a much-needed victory in Group One of the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025™ on Thursday [[1]]. Playing before a home crowd at Khalifa International Stadium, Qatar entered the match seeking their first points of the tournament, while Syria aimed to solidify their position in the group [[3]]. The 1-1 draw leaves syria in contention for advancement, but Qatar faces an uphill battle after Palestine’s earlier upset win [[2]].
A late goal from Omar Khribin secured a 1-1 draw for Syria against Qatar on Thursday at Khalifa International Stadium in a pivotal match from Group One of the Arab Cup.
The result moves Syria to four points in the group standings, while Qatar earns their first point of the tournament. This draw significantly boosts Syria’s chances of advancing to the next round of the competition.
Qatar broke the deadlock in the 77th minute with a goal from Ahmed Alael. However, Syria refused to concede defeat, and Khribin leveled the score in the 90th minute, salvaging a crucial point for his team.
