Palestine is no longer very far from the feat. On the occasion of the 3rd and final day of the group stage of the Arab Cup, the Palestinians challenge Syria for a historic qualification for the quarter-finals.
After an inaugural victory, at the end of added time, against Qatar (1-0), host country of the competition, Palestine managed to hold on to Tunisia (2-2), after having nevertheless been led 0-2.
Two results which allow it to be leader of group A tied on points (4) with Syria which won against Tunisia (1-0), before drawing against Qatar (1-1). In the event of a tie on points this Sunday, both teams will advance to the next round.
The Syria-Palestine match counting for the third day of the Arab Cup will kick off at 6 p.m. this Sunday, December 7. However, the meeting will not be broadcast by beIN Sports, broadcaster of the competition.