UAE to face Morocco in FIFA Arab Cup semi-final

Monday, 15 December 2025 06:57

By ARN News Staff

The UAE is set to face Morocco for the FIFA Arab Cup 2025 semi-finals at Khalifa International Stadium on Monday in Doha, Qatar.

The UAE secured its place in the semi-finals after defeating Algeria on penalties in the quarter-finals with a score of 7–6 in the penalty shootout, while Morocco advanced by overcoming Syria.

Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Romanian head coach of the UAE national team, Cosmin Olaroiu, said, “An important match awaits us against Morocco. Reaching the semi-final stage of such a major tournament is a significant achievement.”

The match will be held at 6:30 pm.

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