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Observer
11-08-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Al Nahda clubbed with Al Rayyan, Al Shabab and Hadhramout
MUSCAT, AUG 11 Oman's Al Nahda are clubbed alongside Al Rayyan (Qatar), Al Shabab (Saudi Arabia), and Tadhamon Hadhramout Club (Yemen) in Group B of 2025-26 AGCFF Gulf Cup Champions League. The draw was organised by the Arab Gulf Cup Football Federation (AGCFF) on Monday in Doha, Qatar. Group A comprised Zakho Club (Iraq), Al Ain (UAE), Sitra Club (Bahrain) and Al Qadsia Club (Kuwait). The official group draw will mark the much-anticipated return of the prestigious Gulf club competition following a long absence from the regional football calendar. The championship, which is scheduled to kick off in October 2025 and conclude in April 2026, will feature eight elite clubs nominated by their respective national football associations of the GCC member states. The participating teams are divided into two groups of four, with the top two from each group advancing to the semifinals. Al Nahda, recently crowned champions of the four-team friendly tournament in Salalah, following their win over Oman Olympic team in the final clash by 4-3 in penalties after the regulation time ended at 1-1 draw. They will hope to deliver top performance in the Gulf League and eye a spot in the semifinals despite the expected tough challenge. For the Al Buraimi-based club, this campaign will present a significant opportunity to make an impact against some of the region's most respected clubs. With their strong domestic record and competitive spirit, the Omani side will be aiming to advance deep into the tournament and add a new chapter to the Sultanate's football success story. The AGCFF Gulf Cup Champions League will also serve as an important platform for strengthening football competitiveness among Gulf clubs, fostering technical exchange, and contributing to the professional growth of football in the region. It also offers an opportunity for clubs to showcase their tactical skills, teamwork and football heritage on a prestigious regional stage. Shabab Al Ahli (UAE) has won the title three times, alongside Saudi Arabia's Al Ahli and Al Ittifaq. The last edition saw Iraq's Duhok Club crowned champions after defeating Kuwait's Al Qadsia Club in a thrilling two-legged final, sealing the win with a dramatic 2-1 result in the second leg.
Observer
29-07-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Al Nahda to represent Oman in Gulf Champions league
MUSCAT, JULY 29 The Arab Gulf Cup Football Federation (AGCFF) announced on Monday the approved list of the clubs that will take part in the 2025-2026 AGCFF Gulf Cup Champions League which returns to action after a long absence. The Al Nahda club will represent the Sultanate of Oman in this Gulf event. This regional tournament will be held under the umbrella of the AGCFF and feature eight clubs nominated by the respective national football associations of the GCC member states. It is expected that the AGCFF Gulf Cup Champions League will begin in October and conclude in April 2026. The draw for the event will take place in August or September. The playing format of the event will see the eight teams distributed into two groups as each group will feature four teams. The top two teams in each group will advance to the semifinals. The approved list of participating clubs included eight teams including: Al Ain Club – representative of the UAE Football Association, Sitra Club – representative of the Bahrain Football Association, Al Shabab Club – representative of the Saudi Arabian Football Federation, Zakho Club – representative of the Iraq Football Association, Al Nahda Club – representative of the Oman Football Association, Al Rayyan Club – representative of the Qatar Football Association, Tadhamon Hadhramout Club – representative of the Yemen Football Association and Al Qadsia Club – representative of the Kuwait Football Association. The approved list of participating clubs included eight teams. This formal confirmation comes as part of the ongoing preparations for the highly anticipated edition of the championship which will aim to enhance football competitiveness among Gulf clubs besides fostering technical exchange, and contributing to the professional development of football in the region. Shabab Al Ahli from the UAE had won the title three times along with Saudi clubs Ahli Club and Al Ittifaq. The GCC Champions League is considered as one of prestigious platform for clubs in the Gulf region to showcase their talent, tactical strength and footballing heritage. It will act as an opportunity to raise the level of competition and deepen cooperation between member associations. The previous edition of the tournament saw Iraq's Duhok Club crowned champions after a thrilling two-legged final against Kuwait's Al Qadsia Club. Duhok secured a dramatic 2-1 victory in the return leg, clinching the title and setting a high bar for the tournament's future.
