Saudi Arabia and Qatar to host 2026 World Cup Asian qualifiers

AFC has announced Saudi Arabia and Qatar as hosts for the fourth round of 2026 World Cup Asian qualifiers scheduled for October 2025.

The fourth round competition format will feature six teams divided into two groups — with two automatic tickets to the final round being the main target for participants.

The appointment of these two oil-rich nations as hosts has sparked debate — given the potential advantages both host teams could gain during the tournament.

The Indonesian national team will be one of the participants in this fourth round — hoping to repeat their positive performances from previous appearances in both countries.