Doha: Qatari newspapers collectively covered the global opening ceremony of the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 in their Tuesday editorials, inaugurated by HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani yesterday at Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor City. The newspapers hailed the impressive organization of the opening ceremony and the tournament's readiness, given Qatar's proven excellence and efficiency in hosting and managing major events and international sporting championships. Doha's hosting of this Arab sporting event remains a landmark in the journey of strengthening the joint Arab presence and consolidating human ties and rapprochement between Arab peoples.
According to Qatar News Agency, Al-Arab newspaper affirmed in its editorial that Qatar once again proved its exceptional ability to manage major events, consolidating its position as the capital of Arab and international sports, with the inauguration of the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 tournament by HH the Amir at Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor City. The newspaper pointed out that for 18 days, Doha will once again host the finals of the Arab Cup, during which the iconic World Cup stadiums will be transformed into a new stage for Arab football excitement. Following the resounding success of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023, international confidence in Qatar's organizational capabilities is renewed. Qatar has become a model of efficiency and professionalism, and this Arab football extravaganza, held under the auspices of FIFA, will not be just a tournament, but a comprehensive celebration in which participants and fans will benefit from an integrated system built on the highest internation al standards.
At the heart of Qatar's readiness to host the Arab Cup for the second time in a row are the world-class stadiums and sports facilities that hosted the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 finals, the newspaper highlighted, adding that these stadiums will serve as the stage for Arab competitions, offering a new opportunity to showcase the sporting legacy of the tournament by leveraging the world-class sports infrastructure that has impressed the world.
In turn, Al-Sharq newspaper said that Doha confirms every day that it is the capital of peace, sports, and Arab solidarity, and the home of all Arabs. Today, Qatar is the focus of attention for all Arab peoples as it hosts the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025, which was graciously inaugurated by HH the Amir Monday evening at Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor City. The newspaper affirmed that the opening ceremony reflected a message that brought together the Arab people, which is unity, peace, and the spirit of sports competition. The ceremony showcased the unity that has brought together the Arab peoples through time and is clearly embodied in the support of the Palestinian cause, despite the continuous attempts throughout history to sow discord and enmity among the Arabs.
With the impressive organization of the opening ceremony, the tournament's readiness, and the proven excellence and efficiency of the State of Qatar in managing international sports championships, Doha's hosting of this Arab sporting event remains a landmark in the journey of strengthening the joint Arab presence and consolidating human ties and rapprochement between the Arab people, Al-Sharq added.
Meanwhile, in an article by its editor-in-chief, Al-Watan said that it was a truly pan-Arab day, one that revived hope and optimism, and created an atmosphere all have long yearned for, amidst challenges, storms, and tempests, all of which shattered against the rock of the beautiful Al-Bayt stadium that brought all Arabs together and reminds all of the great Arab dream. The newspaper added that the opening ceremony was a dazzling and exceptional success for the State of Qatar, adding to its great record in organizing major tournaments, and confirming once again its ability to provide a high-level organizational experience that rivals major international sporting events.
The opening ceremony featured a masterful blend of visual spectacle, cultural messages, and artistic touches that highlighted the Arab identity and the spirit of the region, the newspaper added. From several perspectives, it showcased the progress of Arab countries and the capabilities acquired in terms of organizational quality and competition to present a ceremony befitting the Arab event. The newspaper emphasized that the opening was also an opportunity to highlight Qatar's ability to manage large events smoothly, through the precise organization of crowd movement, the ideal coordination between logistical and technical teams, in addition to the remarkable attention to detail that reflects the high level of professionalism in hosting exceptional events.