A violent altercation erupted between Algerian and Jordanian football fans in Doha, Qatar, following a 2026 World Cup qualifying match on Tuesday. The match concluded with a 2-1 victory for Algeria. Qatari police intervened and arrested 25 individuals involved in the brawl. The Qatari Ministry of Interior released details of the incident on Wednesday, June 24th. Details regarding the cause of the fight have not been widely released, but it occurred after the game’s conclusion. Authorities are investigating the incident to prevent further disturbances during the qualifying rounds. This incident raises concerns about fan conduct during the 2026 World Cup preparations.
