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Oman vs Kuwait match venue confirmed for Muscat on August 12, 2026
What happened
The Oman Football Association has confirmed that the FIFA World Cup 2026 Asian Qualifiers match between Oman and Kuwait will be held at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex in Muscat on August 12, 2026. The decision follows logistical and security assessments by local authorities.
Key facts
bullet: The match is scheduled for August 12, 2026, at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex in Muscat, Oman.
bullet: The fixture is part of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Asian Qualifiers, under the AFC.
bullet: The Oman Football Association confirmed the venue and date following logistical and security assessments.
bullet: The match is one of the key fixtures in Group A of the Asian qualifiers, where both teams compete for a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Context
bullet: The FIFA World Cup 2026 Asian Qualifiers are part of the global qualification process for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. bullet: Matches in the Asian qualifiers are organized by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and involve national teams from across the continent. bullet: The Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex is a multi-purpose stadium in Muscat, Oman, primarily used for football and athletics. bullet: Oman and Kuwait have a long-standing football rivalry, with previous encounters often decided in high-stakes qualifiers.