16.10.2025 18:43
The match between Qatar and the United Arab Emirates was marred by the throwing of foreign objects onto the field. After Pedro Miguel's goal, fans of the United Arab Emirates threw water bottles, cups, flip-flops, smartphones, and car keys onto the pitch. The incidents received widespread attention on social media, with comments stating, "Such a protest has never been seen."
In the second week of the 4th round of the 2026 World Cup Asian Qualifiers Group A, the match between Qatar and the United Arab Emirates was marred by incidents.
Qatar defeated their opponent 2-1 at the Jassim bin Hamad Stadium in Doha, successfully securing a World Cup ticket once again. However, the joy of victory was short-lived; the stands became chaotic in the final moments of the match.
INCIDENTS BEGAN AFTER THE GOAL CELEBRATION
After Qatar's goal scored by Pedro Miguel in the 74th minute, a large number of foreign objects were thrown onto the field from the away section. Among the items thrown from the section occupied by the United Arab Emirates fans were water bottles, cups, and slippers, as well as smartphones and car keys.
PHONES AND KEYS RAINED ONTO THE FIELD
According to OneFootball's report, it was notable that high-value items such as iPhones and car keys were among the objects thrown onto the field.
Photos shared on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) quickly made international headlines. Users reacted to the incident with comments like, "Such a protest has never been seen."
THERE WERE ATTEMPTS TO ENTER THE FIELD
In the final moments of the match, some fans attempted to enter the field, and security forces intervened in the fighting groups, as captured in the footage. The match was temporarily halted, and after the situation calmed down, it resumed.