Doha: The Local Organizing Committee (LOC), in coordination with UEFA and CONMEBOL, has announced the cancellation of the Qatar Football Festival 2026, which was scheduled to take place in Doha from March 26 to 31.

According to a statement issued on Sunday, the decision means that all planned festival events in Qatar — including the highly anticipated Finalissima Qatar 2026 match between Argentina and Spain at Lusail Stadium — will no longer take place in Doha as originally planned.

The LOC explained that the cancellation was due to ongoing airspace disruptions and travel restrictions, which have continued to affect the ability of fans, players, and officials to travel to Qatar. In light of these circumstances, organizers and partner football bodies agreed that relocating the event at this time is the most appropriate course of action.

The committee expressed appreciation for the partnership with UEFA and CONMEBOL and said it looks forward to hosting future international football events in Qatar.

Fans who purchased tickets for the Qatar Football Festival will automatically receive full refunds through the original payment method. International fans who booked travel packages through tour operators will be contacted directly regarding refund procedures, the statement added.