Qatar Announced Squad for U-17 Gulf Cup
The national team has named 23 players to represent Qatar in the upcoming youth soccer tournament.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Soccer
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Qatar officially revealed its 23-player squad on October 14, 2026, ahead of the start of the U-17 Gulf Cup. Ten national teams are set to compete in the regional tournament.
Why it matters
The tournament serves as a key platform for youth development and regional competition. Teams are vying for a spot in the semi-finals, which will be determined by group performance.
The Qatari squad consists of 23 players selected to compete in the 10-team tournament. The field is divided into two groups of five, with the top two teams from each group moving on to the semi-final stage.
The players
Nicholas Arnaldo
He is the head coach of the Qatar U-17 national soccer team.
Qatar
The nation is acting as the host for the upcoming youth soccer competition.
The details
Qatar has been drawn into Group A alongside the UAE, Oman, Bahrain, and China, while Group B features Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Kuwait, Yemen, and Egypt. Under the direction of coach Nicholas Arnaldo, the team will compete for a place in the tournament final.
Timeline
October 14, 2026: Qatar named the U-17 tournament squad.
October 16, 2026: The U-17 Gulf Cup tournament begins.
November 4, 2026: The U-17 Gulf Cup tournament concludes.
Season Trajectory
This tournament marks a significant stage in the development cycle for youth players across the Middle East. Success in these group matches is essential for teams aiming to secure a path to the final and improve their regional standing.
Qatar must finish in the top two of Group A to advance to the semi-finals. Fans tracking the event will see this roster tested against UAE, Oman, Bahrain, and China during the group stage.
The takeaway
Youth tournaments provide a critical environment for developing talent that often feeds into senior national team pipelines. Coaches will use these group stage matches to experiment with tactical formations ahead of the knockout rounds.
Further reading
Find more updates and tournament coverage in the Soccer section.
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