The Qatar National Ice Hockey Team participated in the 5th Tatneft Asia Cup 2026, held in Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan, Russian Federation.
The team would like to express its sincere gratitude to the Qatar Olympic Committee for its generous support and for providing the opportunity to participate in this prestigious international tournament.
Participating Nations
The tournament brought together national teams from seven countries:
Russia
China
Kazakhstan
Kyrgyzstan
Iran
Uzbekistan
Qatar
Through the professional leadership of Head Coaches Tarık Göçmen and Daniiar Sultanov, together with the dedication and teamwork demonstrated by the players, the Qatar National Team achieved 3rd place in Group B.
A special achievement was earned by Mohamed Abdelaziz, goalkeeper of the Qatar National Team, who was awarded the title of Best Goaltender of Group B for his outstanding performances throughout the tournament.
Training and Professional Development
During the tournament, additional on-ice training sessions were conducted by experienced local coaches. These sessions provided the Qatari players with valuable opportunities to learn new technical skills, improve tactical awareness, and gain experience from different coaching methodologies.
Cultural Program
The tournament organizers arranged an extensive cultural program for all participating teams.
Players visited many of Kazan’s most famous historical and cultural landmarks, where they learned about the city’s rich history and traditions.
On the final day of the tournament, all teams participated in a river cruise to Sviyazhsk Island, a historic island-town renowned for its unique cultural heritage and historical significance.
These activities strengthened friendships between athletes and promoted cultural exchange among the participating nations.
