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Qatar Tribune
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
Sheikh Joaan welcomes handball team after clinching Arab championship title
KUWAIT: Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) President HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani has met in Kuwait with the Qatar men's national handball team following their 10th Arab Men's Handball Championship glory. Secretary-General of the QOC, Jassim bin Rashid Al Buenain, and President of the Qatar Handball Association, Ahmed Mohammed Al Shaabi were in attendance. President of the QOC congratulated the players and the entire coaching and administrative staff for clinching the trophy, lauding their vibrant spirit, discipline, and tactical performance throughout the tournament. This incredible achievement underscores the ongoing efforts and long-term investment in this kind of sport and epitomizes Qatar's vision of having an integrated sports system capable of competing on continental and global stages, he underlined. This title marks Qatar's debut triumph in the history of its participation in the Arab Cup, which returned to the fore for the first time since 2002. Held in Kuwait from May 5 to 11, the tournament featured the participation of nine national teams divided into three groups. Qatar's squad capped off its campaign with a flawless record, having topped its preliminary group stage with back-to-back victories over Saudi Arabia 31-22 and Tunisia 31–30, then defeated Egypt in the semifinals with a 25–19 win, before sealing a well-deserved triumph over Bahrain 25–22 in the final match held on Sunday at Sheikh Saad Al Abdullah Sports Hall.
Qatar Tribune
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
QHA president lauds Qatar's victory in Arab championship
KUWAIT: President of the Qatar Handball Association (QHA) Ahmed Al Shaabi praised the national team's triumph in the 10th Arab Men's Handball Championship, which concluded Sunday in Kuwait. Qatar secured the title with a 25-22 victory over Bahrain in the final. Al Shaabi said that QHA is working on preparing a new team, which is why the current squad includes many new faces, alongside the departure of 11 players who participated in the recent World Championship held in Croatia, Denmark, and Norway earlier this year. He added that despite these changes, Qatari handball remains strong and competitive in all tournaments. Al Shaabi stated that the players lived up to expectations and delivered exceptional performances throughout the four matches played during the tournament. He noted that the final match against Bahrain was not an easy one, considering the fierce rivalry between the two teams in recent years. Nevertheless, Qatar's national handball team successfully emerged victorious and claimed their first-ever Arab Cup title. Qatar's national team completed the tournament with a perfect record, topping Group B in the preliminary round with victories over Saudi Arabia (31-22) and Tunisia (31-30). In the semifinals, Qatar defeated Egypt 25-19 before securing the Arab Cup title with a win over Bahrain in the final.
Daily Tribune
11-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Face Qatar in Arab Handball Championship Final
TDT | Manama Bahrain's national handball team will face Qatar in the final of the 10th Arab Men's Handball Championship today after powering past hosts Kuwait 29-24 in Friday's semi-final. Held at the Sheikh Saad Al-Abdullah Sports Complex in Kuwait City, Bahrain dominated early proceedings, racing to a 17-9 lead by half-time. Their trademark defensive discipline and sharp ball movement overwhelmed the home side, who failed to recover from the early deficit. Mohammed Habib produced a standout performance, excelling at both ends of the court and earning Player of the Match honours. Led by veteran captain Hussain Al-Sayyad, Bahrain kept their composure during a brief Kuwaiti fightback in the second half and saw the match out with confidence. The tournament, held from May 5 to 11, features nine top Arab nations. Bahrain topped Group A after back-to-back wins over Iraq (28-26) and Egypt (36-32) to reach the semi-finals. Today's final pits Bahrain against regional giants Qatar, who advanced with a win over Egypt in the other semi-final. With both sides boasting strong tournament pedigree, the clash promises to be a fascinating battle for Arab supremacy.
Iraqi News
05-05-2025
- Sport
- Iraqi News
Iraq handball team arrives in Kuwait for Arab Championship
Kuwait City ( – The Iraqi national men's handball team arrived in Kuwait on Sunday (May 4, 2025) ahead of the 10th Arab Men's Handball Championship, which kicks off today, Monday, May 5th, and runs until May 11th. The team traveled overland from Basra after concluding a 12-day training camp under Croatian head coach Goran Petković, who deemed the preparation 'ideal.' This followed an earlier camp in Sulaymaniyah. Iraq faces a significant challenge in the nine-nation tournament, having been drawn into a tough Group 1 alongside regional powerhouses Egypt and Bahrain – dubbed a group of death by Iraqi Handball Federation President Ahmed Riad. Coach Petković acknowledged the strength of their opponents but expressed confidence in his players' ability to compete and gain valuable experience. Iraq begins their campaign against Bahrain today (Monday, May 5th), followed by a clash with Egypt on Tuesday (May 6th). While aiming for positive results in Kuwait, Petković emphasized the tournament serves as crucial preparation for the ultimate goal: the Asian Qualifiers for the World Cup, starting early next year.
Arab Times
04-05-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait eyes glory as 10th Arab Handball Championship gets underway
KUWAIT CITY, May 4: The 10th edition of the Arab Men's Handball Championship officially begins today at the Sheikh Saad Al-Abdullah Sports Complex Hall in Sabah Al-Salem. The tournament, running through May 11, features nine participating teams divided into three groups: Group A: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq Group C: Kuwait, UAE, Morocco Group B: Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia According to tournament regulations, the top team from each group and the best second-placed team will qualify for the semi-finals. The championship opens with three first-round clashes: Iraq vs. Bahrain at 3:00 pm Qatar vs. Saudi Arabia at 5:00 pm Kuwait vs. Morocco at 7:00 pm The second and third rounds of the preliminary stage will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday, respectively. Tournament Director and Secretary General of the Kuwait Handball Association, Qaid Al-Adwani, urged fans to rally behind the national team in its first match of the tournament. 'We are proud to host the 10th Arab Men's Handball Championship on Kuwaiti soil once again,' Al-Adwani said. 'This event reflects the unwavering support of our political leadership, the Minister of State for Youth Affairs, and the Public Authority for Sports.' He emphasized the national team's recent achievements and the importance of fan support ahead of the upcoming Asian Championship, which will serve as the qualifier for the 2027 World Cup, also to be hosted by Kuwait. Al-Adwani also praised Kuwait's long-standing legacy in organizing major regional and continental sports events. He thanked the organizing committees for their dedicated efforts over the past weeks and expressed his hope for a successful and well-run tournament. This is the first Arab Men's Handball Championship since 2002. Past winners include: Egypt: 1975, 1977 Kuwait: 1979, 1988 Tunisia: 1986, 1993 Saudi Arabia: 1988 Algeria: 2000 Bahrain: 2002 Kuwait aims to recapture glory as the championship returns to the "Land of Friendship and Peace."
