Qatar erupts in joy after the historic 4-0 rout of the UAE in AFC Asian Cup semifinals
If you were in Qatar yesterday night, you may have seen a sight that had been missing from the country for some time — a pure, unadulterated show of joy along the Doha Corniche involving people of all generations.
The impromptu parade at the Corniche, reserved for national celebrations and special occasions, was back in full force yesterday after Qatar defeated the UAE 4-0 in the AFC Asian Cup semifinals.
This win is sweeter than the sweetest nectar.
— Qatar Living (@qatarliving) January 29, 2019
When Qatar beat the UAE 4-0 to progress to the final of the AFC Asian Cup for the first time in history, it had to be the happiest day of many of our lives.
Yallah Qatar.#WeGotThis #QatarVsUAE #AFCAsianCup2019 #YallaQatar pic.twitter.com/W9tHcoChFq
#Doha #Qatar bursts into celebration after semi-final win vs UAE at the #asiancup2019 pic.twitter.com/ci4etjvamr
— Ted Regencia تِد (@tedregencia) January 29, 2019
The celebrations lasted until early today morning. Qatar beat heavy odds, including lack of Qatari fans to cheer for them thanks to the unjust blockade, to show character.
A number of members of the royal family took to Twitter to shower praises on the Qatar national team.
باللعب المتناسق والرجولي صعد العنابي إلى نهائي كأس آسيا 2019 على حساب منتخب الإمارات صاحب الأرض والجمهور
— جوعان بن حمد (@JoaanBinHamad) January 29, 2019
فرض العنابي شخصيته وأسلوبه في هذه المباراة كما هي عادته في جميع المباريات الست التي خاضها في هذه البطولة وفاز بها بشباك نظيفة
بيض الله وجيهكم
نبي الكأس في الدوحة إن شاء الله
رفعتوا رؤوسنا يا رجال..
— Mohammed bin Hamad (@MbinH) January 29, 2019
ألف مبروك وفالكم الكأس
Kuwaiti Amir Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah also congratulated the national team for a job well done, according to Gulf Times.
The top official, who said Qatar’s win was a victory for Gulf and Arab football, commended the spirit shown by the two competing teams. Kuwait’s Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah also congratulated the Qatari team for advancing to the AFC Asian Cup final.
There was an outpouring of support on Qatar Living’s official Facebook page which published the story of Qatar’s win.
“Mabrook Qatar team for winning over UAE! It's not about fans and support alone but the hearts of true believers of justice! You deserve it,” said Qatar Living user Impeng Negro on Facebook.
Vivil Chirayath, another user, was impressed with Qatar’s calmness under pressure.
“Congrats, Qatar. Even after the pressure in the UAE stadium, you guys did not let down your stand and came out victorious. Now bring home the Cup. Best wishes for the final,” he noted.
There were also a lot of positive messages on Twitter celebrating the win. Here are the best of them.
An unassuming coach and his unsung heroes create history for Qatar. Kudos Al Annabi. You guys made a whole nation proud.
— D Ravi Kumar (@editorqatar) January 29, 2019
Despite the efforts of the entire Mohammed Bin Zayed Stadium to unsettle Qatar, the Al-Annabi are more than able to outplay UAE and reach the #AsianCup final without conceding a goal.
— SBOBET (@SBOBET) January 29, 2019
Review #QatarvsUAE herehttps://t.co/NYHXWs5zLh
#Qatar won the match fair and square. What is really sad is how some (i repeat, some) of the Emirati fans who were very unprofessional . Nevertheless, hard luck to UAE and congrats to Qatar. #qatarvsuae
— Saoud Al-Eshaq (@Saoud_AlEshaq_) January 29, 2019
4-0
— iamgazal (@iamgazal_) January 29, 2019
Congratulations Qatar team. You guys deserved it#doha #qatar #qatarvsuae pic.twitter.com/22x2yd5udc
Congratulations to my Qatari friends for reaching the #AsianCup2019 final! That's all about #teamwork #Qatar #qatarvsuae
— Manuel García Ortega (@ManuGarciaOrteg) January 30, 2019
Amazing Performance.
— James திமிர் பிடித்தவன் (@JamesHarshan) January 29, 2019
Well done Qatar..! #Qatar #AsianCup2019 #celebration#publicviewing #AFCAsianCup2019 #QatarvsUae pic.twitter.com/f8A13CtrT7
The honking and the dancing to celebrate Qatar’s 4-0 win in the AFC semi final against UAE #BlockadeDerby #AFCAsianCup2019 #qatarvsuae #Qatar2022 pic.twitter.com/Ewf6S8gm0d
— Sunniya Pirzada (@SunniyaPirzada) January 29, 2019
#qatarvsuae #QATvUAE #AsianCup2019
— fatiboams (@mshareefoa) January 29, 2019
Its time to celebrate our victory... Football is an item played by skilled players not by audience.... pic.twitter.com/xNKK1ysM3Q
Best Picture! #qatarvsuae pic.twitter.com/JWUzzXUgqY
— Usman Ashraf (@MuhammadUAshraf) January 29, 2019
The blockade win #Asiancup #QatarvsUAE pic.twitter.com/utGp7PhVfM
— Phuong-Y Nguyen (@PhuongyN) January 29, 2019
Remarkable Qatar... for showing RESILIENCE in the face of challenges.
-WE ARE QATAR.
Congratulations !!!
QATAR FOOTBALL TEAM, for having a remarkable Victory over blocked countries, The Team spirit shown by you people is advancing to the AFC Asian Cup final.
“Mabrook Qatar Football Team for winning over UAE..
WE WISH YOU BEST OF LUCK ALWAYS …
YOU PLAY AND WE CHEER FOR YOU FROM HOME.
congratulations! once again... We are so happy and feeling PROUD to be in Qatar...
Simply an Exquisite, Remarkable and a convincing Victory.
Many Many Congratulation to everyone in Qatar and Team Qatar for a superb sporting display.
An electrifying atmophere all throughout Qatar.
A great response to all their rivals.
Good Luck for the Finals, Inshallah Qatar will be victorious.
We Love Qatar
So much excited really can't tell .................. .........