Lebanon at the AFC Asian Cup

[3] Historically, Lebanon was considered one of the weakest Asian teams in football, proven by qualification results and lack of participation in the tournament.

In 2019, after losing against Qatar and Saudi Arabia, Lebanon achieved their first Asian Cup win against North Korea (4–1).

[8] The 2023 edition was Lebanon's worst to date, only managing a draw against China and defeats against Tajikistan and hosts Qatar, finishing in last place in their group.

In the 37th minute of play, Ali Hamam scored a goal for Lebanon only for it to be disallowed for a dubious foul on a Qatari player.

[8] Lebanon played the opening game of the tournament against hosts Qatar on 12 January 2024, in front of 82,490 spectators at Lusail Stadium.

[17] A subsequent goalless draw with China left Lebanon needing a victory in the final match against Tajikistan to progress.

Lebanon during the 2019 Asian Cup match against Saudi Arabia
Hilal El-Helwe is Lebanon's top scorer and most-capped player in the competition, with two goals in six games.