What do Qatar need to qualify for the round of 32?

Qatar currently sit 3rd in Group B with 0 points from 0 of 3 games (max possible: 9). Top two qualify directly; third place can still advance through the best-thirds race.

Remaining Group B fixtures

• 🇨🇭 Switzerland — June 13, Levi's Stadium (Match 8)
• 🇨🇦 Canada — June 18, BC Place (Match 27)
• 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina — June 24, Lumen Field (Match 52)

What does Qatar need to do to qualify as a third place team?

Eight of the twelve third-placed teams advance to the round of 32, ranked by points, then goal difference, goals scored, fair play and FIFA ranking. Today the cut line (8th best third) sits at 0 pts, +0 GD (🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia). If Qatar finish third in Group B, here is where each points total would rank in today's thirds race (level goal difference assumed):

Historically, 5+ points as a third is close to a lock and 4 points is the classic borderline; 3 points needs goal-difference help. The table above moves with every real result — this page regenerates from live standings.

Who would they play?

A third-place Qatar would face the winner of Group E or the winner of Group D in the round of 32 — the exact slot depends on which eight thirds advance (FIFA's Annex C allocation). Win the group instead, and the path is different: what happens if Qatar win Group B.