The UAE drew 1-1 with Qatar on Saturday night in the group stage of the Arabian Gulf Football Cup, "Khaleeji Zain 26" at Jaber Al-Mubarak Stadium in Kuwait City.
The Whites will face Kuwait, in the second match on Tuesday while Qatar will play against Oman.
Qatar took the lead with a penalty scored by Akram Afif in the 17th minute, but Yahya Al-Ghassani equalised with a brilliant solo effort, showcasing his skill to score in the 46th minute.

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