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Kuwait Times
9 hours ago
- Sport
- Kuwait Times
Arabi beat Salmiya to set Amir Cup final date with Kuwait
Arabi beat Salmiya to set Amir Cup final date with Kuwait KUWAIT: Al-Arabi beat Salmiya 1-0 to qualify for the Amir Cup final, where they will be facing Kuwait in an epic showdown on June 16th. Al-Arabi's win came Friday at Ali Sabah Al-Salem Stadium, where it dominated throughout the first half with many attempts on the goal. Al-Arabi's pressure almost resulted in a goal before the half time whistle, but the referee used the VAR technology to rule out a goal due to a foul committed on Salmiya's defense before the ball hit the back of the net. In the second half, Al-Arabi's Kamil Al-Aswad managed to open the scoring in the 52nd minute, and the advantage continued for his team as the defense managed to block Salmiya's attacks until the final whistle. Kuwait SC qualified for the final match after beating Qadsia 1-0 in the other semi-final match held earlier in the day. — KUNA
Arab Times
10 hours ago
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait Club and Al-Arabi face off again in Amir Cup final
KUWAIT CITY, May 31: Kuwait Club and Al-Arabi have once again secured their places in the Amir Cup final, scheduled for June 16, marking their third final encounter this season. The two teams previously faced off in the Crown Prince Cup final, where Kuwait Club edged out Al-Arabi 1-0. They also met in the decisive match of the Zain Premier League's final round, with Kuwait Club winning 2-1, securing both titles and denying Al-Arabi the chance for a double. Kuwait Club aims to cap off the season by winning the Amir Cup, having already claimed the Super Cup. Meanwhile, Al-Arabi is chasing its first title of the season and looks to reclaim the Amir Cup, which has eluded them for five consecutive seasons. Kuwait Club President Khaled Al-Ghanim announced the signing of international goalkeeper Khaled Al-Rashidi on a three-season contract. Al-Rashidi, who previously played for Al-Arabi and Al-Salmiya, joins the team ahead of the new season. Following Kuwait Club's 1-0 victory over Al-Qadsiya in the tournament's semi-finals—achieved despite playing most of the match with ten men—Al-Ghanim praised the squad's determination and performance, stating, 'The players proved worthy of our trust.' Al-Arabi Club Chairman Abdulaziz Ashour rewarded each player with a 1,000 dinar bonus after their 1-0 semi-final victory over Al-Salmiya, thanks to a goal by Bahraini forward Kamil Al-Aswad. Ashour expressed gratitude for the players' efforts, noting the win secured their place in the final. He confirmed that the players are under long-term contracts, emphasizing the club's commitment to their continued service. Regarding the contract status of coach Nasser Al-Shatti, Ashour stated, 'The board will convene soon to decide the best course of action.'
Arab Times
2 days ago
- Sport
- Arab Times
Al-Arabi hopes to end the season on a high in the Amir Cup semifinal
KUWAIT CITY, May 29: Ali Sabah Al-Salem Stadium will host the highly anticipated Amir Cup semifinal between Al-Arabi and Al-Salmiya tonight at 8:30. The two sides have faced each other three times this season in the Zain Premier League, with Al-Arabi holding the edge, winning twice (3-1 and 3-2) and drawing once (1-1). Despite the familiarity between the teams, tonight's knockout encounter promises a fresh intensity with a spot in the final on the line. Neither team had an easy journey to the semifinal stage, despite facing clubs from the Zain First Division League. Al-Arabi was pushed to the limit in the preliminary round by Al-Sulaibikhat, eventually advancing via penalty shootout (4-3) after a 2-2 draw in regular time. It then edged past Al-Jahra 2-1 in the quarterfinals. Al-Salmiya also struggled early on, narrowly beating Sahel—the bottom team in the First Division—2-1 in its opening match before overcoming Al-Nasr 3-1 to secure the semifinal berth. Under head coach Nasser Al-Shatti, Al-Arabi enters the semifinal determined to salvage its season after missing out on both the league title and the Crown Prince Cup. The Greens are eager to cap the campaign with silverware and see the Amir Cup as its final shot. Al-Shatti will rely on a talented squad led by standout players such as Bahraini international Kamil Al-Aswad, Nigerian striker Emmanuel Iwala, and a strong supporting cast including Ali Khalaf, Hassan Hamdan, Jumaa Aboud, Soufiane Bouchar, Hamza Khaba, Bandar Al-Salama, Hamad Al-Qallaf, Ali Aziz, and Hussein Ashkanani. Al-Salmiya, led by Croatian coach Ante Miša, is looking to reach the final after falling just short last season against Al-Qadsiya. Having been outperformed by Al-Arabi in their league meetings this year, the Sky Blues are motivated to turn the tables in the Amir Cup. Miša will count on a balanced lineup featuring key players such as Fawaz Ayed, Alex Lima, Amr Midani, Mahdi Dashti, Mohammed Al-Huwaidi, Al-Sanousi Al-Hadi, Sang Pierre, Moaz Al-Aseema, Emad Al-Lawati, and Issa Walid. With both teams hungry for success and redemption, fans can expect a fiercely contested battle as the Amir Cup nears its dramatic conclusion.
Arab Times
3 days ago
- Sport
- Arab Times
Al-Adwani nears fourth title in handball's most memorable season
KUWAIT CITY, May 28: In a remarkable and rare feat in the world of handball, Kuwait Club star Saif Al-Adwani has made history by clinching league titles in three different countries within a single year. Al-Adwani began his journey by securing the Kuwaiti League title with Kuwait Club. He then played professionally for Al-Arabi in Qatar, where he won the league championship before joining Sharjah in the UAE, where he added another league title to his impressive record. Now, Al-Adwani is on the verge of yet another milestone as the Kuwaiti Premier League title for the 2024–2025 season is within reach—Kuwait Club needs just one more win to claim its 13th consecutive league title. Al-Adwani's success across multiple championships and countries has earned him the well-deserved title of the "Super Star" of Kuwaiti and Gulf handball. Taking to his account on the platform "X" (formerly Twitter), Al-Adwani described the season as 'exceptional and unforgettable.' 'Thank God, I was honored to win three league titles in one season with three different clubs: Kuwait SC, Al-Arabi SC, and Sharjah SC,' he wrote. He went on to thank Kuwait Club Chairman Khaled Al-Ghanim, calling him an 'icon' and expressing gratitude for his unwavering support and the opportunity to achieve such milestones. 'I am proud of this journey,' Al-Adwani concluded.
Arab Times
3 days ago
- Sport
- Arab Times
Al-Arabi signs Sobirov ahead of new season
KUWAIT CITY, May 28: Al-Arabi has strengthened its volleyball squad by signing Uzbekistani professional Islam Sobirov as part of its early preparations for the upcoming season. Standing at an impressive two meters, Sobirov is known for his powerful free-kicks and offensive prowess. This season, he earned the Best Striker Award in Oman and was also named Best Player in the 2023-2024 Thai League. Sobirov brings valuable international experience, having played professionally in Oman, the Czech Republic, and Thailand. In addition, Al-Arabi has bolstered its roster by signing Burgan players Yousef Mandeel and Abdulrahman Al-Mulla, along with new signings Mishaal Al-Khawaled and Fahad Al-Kout. These strategic moves reflect the club's strong ambition to compete at the highest level in the upcoming season.
