Qatar Airways Holidays Unveils Exclusive Fan Travel Packages for Qatar Football Festival 2026, Argentina vs Spain taking Centre Stage
South American Champions Argentina face European Champions Spain in the ‘Finalissima’ at Lusail Stadium, alongside a series of international showpiece matches as part of The Qatar Football Festival, from 26-31 March 2026
DOHA, Qatar – Qatar Airways Holidays has launched exclusive fan travel packages for football supporters around the world to experience a spectacular week of elite international football in Doha during Qatar Football Festival 2026, headlined by the ‘Finalissima’ – a clash of football titans. The CONMEBOL Copa America 2024 and FIFA World Cup 2022TM champions, Argentina, will face UEFA EURO 2024TM champions, Spain, on 27 March 2026 at the iconic Lusail Stadium.
The historic encounter will see two continental champions meet on the same pitch where Argentina famously lifted the FIFA World CupTM trophy in 2022. As the Official Airline Partner of the Finalissima 2026, Qatar Airways promises football fans an unmissable journey to one of the world’s most celebrated stadiums for a thrilling experience.
As part of the football festival that will take place this March, Doha is set to host a series of international matches featuring some of world football’s most storied nations, including Asian Champions – Qatar, Argentina, Spain, Egypt, Serbia and Saudi Arabia, transforming the city into a global football hub just months before the FIFA World Cup 2026TM, for which Qatar Airways is the Official Airline Partner.
Qatar Airways Holidays, the leisure division of Qatar Airways Group, is offering an incredible opportunity to experience the Qatar Football Festival with guaranteed Category 1 or 2 match tickets as part of three package types. The Finalissima Package features the highly sought-after Argentina vs Spain match, while other packages include additional matches along with Finalissima tickets. Enthusiasts can choose their preferred matches that are conveniently bundled with return flights and hotel accommodation in Doha.
Qatar Airways Privilege Club members can use their Avios to book these packages, while also earning on the flights along with the total package value. Packages are available via qatarairways.com/footballfestival with limited availability.
Welcoming the Finalissima to Doha places Qatar at the centre of world football as the two continental champions compete on the hallowed grounds that concluded the previous edition of the FIFA World Cup. Alongside a week of international fixtures featuring some of the world’s leading teams, this exceptional line-up reinforces Qatar’s position as a global sporting destination as momentum builds toward the FIFA World Cup 2026. Travellers are also encouraged to extend their stay and explore Qatar’s world-class attractions, dining, and cultural landmarks with comprehensive holiday packages and offers from Qatar Airways Holidays.
Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of the FIFA World Cup 2026TM and Official Airline of the Journey, continues to strengthen its global sports portfolio, reaffirming its commitment to connecting fans to the world’s most iconic sporting moments, delivering not only seamless travel but unforgettable destination experiences.
This football spectacle marks another chapter in Qatar Airways’ portfolio of high-profile global sports partnerships, including the likes of FIFA, UEFA Champions League and National Team Competitions, Formula 1®, BWT Alpine F1® Team, Paris-Saint Germain (PSG), FC Internazionale Milano, AFC, Tennis Legend – Novak Djokovic, MotoGP, French Rugby Team – Section Paloise, The Brooklyn Nets NBA Team, and multiple other disciplines including Australian football, equestrian, motor racing, padel, squash, and tennis.
To book packages, visit qatarairways.com/footballfestival.
Qatar Airways Holidays, part of the Qatar Airways Group and the leisure division of Qatar Airways, a multi award-winning airline, operates from 84 countries globally. Offering unrivalled choice and unmatched quality, Qatar Airways Holidays features a diverse portfolio of holiday products including Flight + Hotel packages, cruise vacations, Qatar Stopovers, tours, and transfers.
A one-stop-shop for exclusive Fly + Stay packages, Qatar Airways Holidays has an inspiring selection of 170+ destinations, 300,000+ hotels and 40+ cruises. When booking your packages, expect unbeatable prices with guaranteed lowest package prices when you combine flights and accommodation in one itinerary.
Qatar Airways Holidays, part of the Qatar Airways Group also provides convenient packages including flights, hotels and event tickets for global sporting events such as FIFA and Formula 1® – with unforgettable experiences.
Privilege Club members can double-dip by collecting Avios and Qpoints on flights, plus Avios and Qpoints on the total holiday package value. Members can also use Cash + Avios to book packages at an unparalleled exchange rate, saving more and earning greater rewards.