Doha:The group stage draw for the Padel World Cup Qatar 2026 has placed Qatar's men's national team in Group C, where they will face strong opponents, including Portugal, Chile, and Germany. This announcement was made at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex.
According to Qatar News Agency, the tournament will commence on Monday and continue until Saturday, featuring 16 national teams in both the men's and women's categories. This event marks the third occasion Qatar is hosting the World Cup, following previous editions in 2021 and 2024.
The draw has outlined the competition paths for the men's and women's teams, promising intense matches as Doha hosts the prestigious tournament. In the men's division, Group A includes Argentina, France, Australia, and the Netherlands, while Group B features Spain, the UAE, Sweden, and Paraguay. Group D consists of Italy, Brazil, the United States, and Mexico.
In the women's competition, Group A comprises Spain, Brazil, Germany, and the UK, with Group B including Argentina, France, Chile, and Belgium. Group C has Italy, Sweden, Egypt, and Indonesia, while Group D is made up of Portugal, the Netherlands, the United States, and Paraguay.
Tomorrow, Qatar's men's team will take on Portugal in their opening match. Known as "Al Adaam," the Qatari team, ranked ninth globally, has completed its technical and physical preparations, aiming for notable success in front of a home crowd.