On a night of high drama in Doha and Jeddah, Qatar and Saudi Arabia have confirmed their place at the FIFA World Cup 2026 in contrasting fashion.

Qatar secured their place with a 2-1 win over UAE in a violence-marred clash at the Jassim bin Hamad Stadium. Our roving reporter, Sudesh Baniya, was there and speaks with internationally renowned journalist James Montague about the match and the drama that unfolded in the stands with the UAE fans.

Meanwhile, in Jeddah it was Saudi Arabia who advanced after a tight and tense 0-0 draw with Iraq. Michael Church was at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium for us reporting on another memorable night for Saudi football.

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