Madibo’s Injury Forces Surgical Reality Check for Qatar in Arab Cup

Injury Ends Madibo's Arab Cup Run for Qatar

The Qatar Football Association announced on Saturday that their first-choice midfielder Asim Madibo underwent a successful thigh operation after the injury he suffered in the Arab Cup opener against Palestine (0-1).

The federation, via its official X account, said medical tests showed the need for surgery and wished the player a swift recovery and a quick return to action, without disclosing how long he will be out.

Spanish coach Julen Lopetegui had already indicated that Madibo’s Arab Cup journey would end because of the injury.

His absence compounds Qatar’s challenge, as they prepare for a must-win meeting with Tunisia on Sunday to conclude Group A.

Currently, Qatar and Tunisia have one point, while Palestine and Syria share the group lead with four points.

The setback leaves Qatar counting on resilience as they aim to advance, and fans will hope for a quick, full recovery for Madibo.

Humor aside: If injuries counted as goals, Madibo would be the top scorer in stoppage time.

Meanwhile, the medical staff are so good they’ve renamed the treatment room the recovery clubhouse—free snacks included.