[1] United Arab Emirates won their first title after defeating Kuwait 1–0 in the final.

[2] United Arab Emirates made their debut in the competition and won their first title.

The format of the competition was changed to include a knockout round.

Since both Qatar and Bahrain finished level on points, goal difference and goals scored, a penalty shootout was held to determine who finishes in second.

In the knockout stage, extra time and penalty shoot-out were to be used to decide the winner if necessary (Regulations Articles 10.1 and 10.3).