Hassan Al Haidos

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Hassan Al-Haydos stands as the most decorated captain in Qatari football history. He is the only player to have captained Qatar to multiple AFC Asian Cup titles, a feat that places him among Asia's elite leaders. His record of 185 international caps is unmatched in Qatari football, and his 41 goals place him second on the nation's all-time scoring list. At club level, his longevity and loyalty to Al-Sadd over two decades have made him a rare example of a one-club man in modern football. His leadership was instrumental in Qatar's rise to Asian prominence, and his legacy is celebrated by fans and peers alike.

AwardsAl-Haydos has won two AFC Asian Cup titles as captain (2019, 2023), the Arabian Gulf Cup (2014), and a third-place finish at the FIFA Arab Cup (2021). At club level, he has won multiple Qatar Stars League titles, the AFC Champions League (2011), and several domestic cups with Al-Sadd.

Honours & Distinctions

Most capped Qatari footballer

Qatar Football Association·2024

Record holder for most international appearances for Qatar, with 185 caps.

Records & Feats

Most international appearances for Qatar

Career Milestone·2024

Hassan Al-Haydos holds the record for the most caps for the Qatar national team, with 185 appearances as of his retirement in 2024.

Only Qatari captain to win two AFC Asian Cup titles

Historic First·2023

Al-Haydos captained Qatar to consecutive Asian Cup victories in 2019 and 2023, a rare achievement in Asian football history.