As the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ progresses into the knockout stages,
Ooredoo Qatar is proud to announce the pitch-perfect performance of its network
during the tournament’s group stage. The nation’s leading telecommunications
provider’s state-of-the-art network infrastructure has ensured seamless
connectivity for nearly a million fans across the various stadiums hosting the
competition.

Throughout 36 thrilling matches, the tournament has witnessed a total
official attendance of 928,573, many supported by Ooredoo’s robust network. The
data volume reached a staggering 190TB, while the total number of calls made
was approximately 3.8 million. These impressive figures reflect the high
capacity and reliability of Ooredoo’s network even during the most demanding of
times, such as large-scale and geographically focused events.

A significant highlight of Ooredoo’s network performance is the substantial
share of 5G and Volte usage. The 5G share stood at 50.1%, with VoLTE share at
83.7%, illustrating the growing preference for advanced network technologies
among users. The network’s Call Setup Success Rate (CSSR) was near perfect at
99.94%, and the Call Drop Rate (CDR) was impressively low at 0.02%. The average
5G throughput was recorded at 284 Mbps, showcasing Ooredoo’s world-famous
high-speed connectivity.

The primary hot zones for total traffic, both data and calls, recorded a
combined figure of 780TB and 10.3 million calls, further underscoring the
strength and efficiency of Ooredoo’s network during high-demand scenarios.

Sheikh Ali Bin Jabor Bin Mohammad Al Thani at Ooredoo Qatar commented,
“As we reflect on the phenomenal group stages of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™,
we are thrilled to see how our network has successfully managed the surge in
connectivity demands. Our team has worked tirelessly to ensure that fans can
share their experiences seamlessly. We’re excited to continue providing exceptional
service as we look forward to the knockout stages this week and the final on 10
February”.

Ooredoo Qatar remains committed to delivering world-class network
experiences, reinforcing its role as a pioneering Telco service provider in the
region. As the excitement builds towards the final stages of the AFC Asian Cup
Qatar 2023™, Ooredoo’s network and team are fully prepared to support another
round of exceptional digital experiences for football fans around the world.