UAE Top Group as Gulf Cup Semifinals Set

United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman and Saudi Arabia
30 September 2026

The United Arab Emirates finished top of Gulf Cup 27 Group Two after drawing 1-1 with Qatar. Both teams ended on seven points, with the UAE taking first place on goal difference as the tournament’s semifinal line-up was confirmed.

Almoez Ali put Qatar ahead before Ali Saleh equalised in first-half stoppage time. The result sends the UAE into a semifinal against Oman, while hosts Saudi Arabia will face Qatar in the other tie.