Qatar's most-capped player Hassan Al Haydos has pledged to fund construction of a school and sports hall in Gaza following his country's qualification for the 2026 World Cup.

Qatar will be making their second appearance at the finals but the first they have achieved through the Asian qualification process, having hosted the 2022 tournament.

Forward Al Haydos, 34, returned to the national team this year after announcing his international retirement in 2024.

His leadership proved pivotal as Qatar secured a 2–1 victory over the United Arab Emirates in Doha on Tuesday to top Group A and book a direct ticket to the World Cup in North America.

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