Syria Holds Host Qatar to 1-1 Draw in Arab Cup
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Syria's national football team earned a hard-fought 1-1 draw against host nation Qatar in the Arab Cup on Thursday. The match took place in Doha as part of the second round of Group A play.
Qatar took the lead in the 77th minute with a goal from player Ahmad Alaa. Syria responded quickly, securing an equalizer just minutes later.
The result leaves both teams with one point from the draw. The tournament, featuring national teams from across the Arab world, continues this weekend.