The intense Group A clash between Qatar and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the 2024 Asian Cup saw an enthralling encounter with both teams vying for supremacy. The match was held at 21:30 on September 5, 2024, with Qatar looking to continue their steady form, while UAE aimed to climb higher on the points table. With their last five meetings yielding two wins each and a draw, this fixture was bound to be a nail-biter.
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Qatar vs UAE Head-to-Head Record
Qatar and UAE have met multiple times in the past, with an almost evenly matched history:
- Qatar wins: 2
- UAE wins: 2
- Draws: 1
Recent meetings have seen a fierce rivalry, with Qatar enjoying dominant performances in certain knockout matches. In their most recent encounter before this game, UAE had edged out Qatar 2-1 in the second stage of the qualifiers.
Qatar vs UAE Lineups
Here is the Qatar vs UAE lineups today (Sep 5, 2024)
Qatar (3-5-1-1 Formation):
Goalkeeper: Meshaal Barsham
Defenders: Pedro Miguel, Lucas Mendes, Tarek Salman
Midfielders: Mohammed Waad, Homam Ahmed, Jassem Gaber, Karim Boudiaf, Akram Afif
Forwards: Ibrahim Mohammad Ali (support), Almoez Ali (striker)
Substitutes: Saad Alsheeb, Salah Zakaria, Homam Ahmed, Bassam Hisham, Mohamed Emad, Sultan Al Brake, Abdulaziz Hatem, Abdelrahman Moustafa, Karim Boudiaf, Assim Madibo, Ahmed Alaaeldin, Yusuf Abdurisag
Qatar Football Team Manager: Tintin Marquez
United Arab Emirates (4-4-1-1 Formation):
Goalkeeper: Khalid Eisa
Defenders: Abdulla Idrees, Kouame Kouadio, Khalifa Mubarak, Khaled Aldhanhani
Midfielders: Tahnoon Alzaabi, Abdulla Salmeen, Yahia Nader, Harib Abdalla
Forwards: Yahya Alghassani (support), Caio Canedo (striker)
Substitutes: Ali Khaseif, Khaled Tawhid, Zayed Sultan, Abdulrahman Saleh, Mohamad Alattas, Mackenzie Hunt, Ali Salmin, Mohammed Abbas, Issam Faiz, Ali Saleh, Fabio De Lima, Fahad Badr
UAE Football Team Manager: Paulo Jorge Gomes Bento
Qatar vs UAE First Half Summary
The game kicked off with Qatar asserting dominance in the early moments. Qatar’s aggressive play style paid off in the 38th minute when Ibrahim Mohammad Ali capitalized on an excellent assist from Akram Afif, slotting home the opener to give Qatar a 1-0 lead.
UAE found it difficult to break through Qatar’s defense in the first half, despite some decent build-up play, and their frustrations were evident as they committed fouls to regain possession. The score at half-time remained 1-0 in favor of Qatar.
Qatar vs UAE Second Half Summary
The second half started with UAE showing more intent, and their efforts soon paid off. In the 68th minute, Harib Abdalla brought UAE back into the game with a well-executed goal, assisted by Yahia Nader. The momentum had shifted, and Qatar found themselves struggling to regain control.
Just 12 minutes later, Khaled Aldhanhani added another for UAE with a clinical strike, making it 2-1 in the 80th minute. Qatar’s defense was unable to withstand the wave of UAE attacks.
In stoppage time, UAE’s substitute Ali Saleh sealed the victory with a goal in the 90+4th minute, thanks to an assist from Mackenzie Hunt. Qatar’s last-ditch efforts to pull one back were in vain, as UAE’s defense held firm, and the game ended 3-1 in favor of UAE.
Qatar vs UAE Stats
| Category | Qatar | UAE |
| Goals | 1 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 7 |
| Possession | 53% | 47% |
| Fouls | 15 | 14 |
| Corners | 7 | 6 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 2 |
Qatar vs UAE Timeline
- 1’ – Qatar earned a corner, but Afif’s cross failed to find a teammate.
- 38’ – Goal! Ibrahim Mohammad Ali gave Qatar the lead after Akram Afif’s brilliant through ball (1-0).
- 68’ – Goal! Harib Abdalla equalized for UAE, assisted by Yahia Nader (1-1).
- 80’ – Goal! Khaled Aldhanhani put UAE ahead with a close-range finish (1-2).
- 90+4’ – Goal! Ali Saleh added a third for UAE, sealing the victory (1-3).
Qatar vs UAE Fouls and Bookings
- 25’ – Kouame Kouadio (UAE) received a yellow card for a rough challenge.
- 44’ – Yahia Alghassani (UAE) was booked for dissent after fouling Afif.
- 52’ – Tarek Salman (Qatar) was shown yellow after a rash tackle on Abdalla.
- 65’ – Meshaal Barsham (Qatar) received a yellow card for time-wasting.
Qatar vs UAE Impact on Points Table
This victory significantly boosted UAE’s standing in Group A, propelling them towards qualification with an essential three points. The loss for Qatar, on the other hand, left them on the back foot, requiring positive results in their remaining fixtures to stay in contention for advancing to the knockout stages.
Qatar vs UAE Man of the Match
Harib Abdalla was named the Man of the Match for his equalizing goal, which spurred UAE’s comeback, and his overall work rate. His ability to exploit space and break down Qatar’s defense proved crucial in securing the victory.
UAE’s comeback win over Qatar showcased their resilience and tactical acumen. After a slow start, they adapted their game plan in the second half, with decisive goals from Abdalla, Aldhanhani, and Saleh earning them a hard-fought 3-1 victory. Qatar will need to regroup quickly, while UAE will carry this momentum forward as they continue their campaign in the 2024 Asian Cup.
This result reshapes the outlook of Group A, as UAE now eyes the top spot with growing confidence.
