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Qatar Tribune
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
Amir awards champions Al Gharafa, runners-up Al Rayyan following Amir Cup final
DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has awarded the winners, Al Gharafa and runners-up Al Rayyan, of the2025 Amir Cup final played atKhalifa International Stadium. Al Gharafa beat Al Rayyan 2-1 and were crowned champions for the eighth time in the tournament's history. At half timeAl Gharafa led 2-0. HH the Amir handed the Al Gharafa players the cup and gold medals, and handed the Al Rayyan players the silver medals. Al Gharafa's Ahmed Al Janahi won the best player award in the final match which was attended by over 38,000 spectators. The match was attended by Personal Representative of the Amir HH Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani, HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Thani, HE Sheikh Jassim bin Khalifa Al Thani, Speaker of the Shura Council HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim, and a number of Their Excellencies the Sheikhs, ministers and senior officials. It was also attended by President of the International Olympic Committee Dr Thomas Bach, Minister of Youth and Sports of the Syrian Arab Republic Mohammad Sameh Al Hamid, a number of heads of Arab and international sports federations, members of the press and media, and football fans.
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Qatar Living
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Living
Al Gharafa wins Amir Cup after 13-Years
Al Gharafa has been crowned champions of the 53rd edition of the 2025 Amir Cup after defeating Al Rayyan 2-1 in the final held at Khalifa International Stadium. Al Gharafa maintained their lead until the end of the first half, going into the break 2-0 up. The second half saw Al Rayyan as the stronger side, pressing forward and earning a penalty after a foul by the goalkeeper on André Ayew. Roger Guedes converted the spot-kick in the 49th minute to narrow the deficit. Al Gharafa began the match with a clear attacking intent, threatening Al Rayyan's goal and pressuring their defense. Their efforts paid off early when Ferjani Sassi scored a surprise opener in the 4th minute, receiving a pass from Ahmed Al-Ganehi before slotting it home. The early goal gave Al Gharafa a strong momentum, and they continued their high-pressure style, doubling their lead in the 18th minute through Joselu. Al Gharafa nearly extended their lead in the 51st minute when Rodrigo Moreno struck a powerful shot that hit the post. The match took a turn when Al Gharafa was reduced to 10 men after defender Sidy Sané was shown a red card in the 65th minute for a challenge on Guedes. Despite relentless efforts from Al Rayyan in the remaining minutes, they failed to equalize, and the referee blew the final whistle, confirming Al Gharafa's victory and their eighth Amir Cup title, having last won it in 2012. --- Make sure to check out our social media to keep track of the latest content. Instagram - @qatarliving X - @qatarliving Facebook - Qatar Living YouTube - qatarlivingofficial
Qatar Tribune
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
Amir graces Amir Cup final
The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani attended the final match of the 2025 HH the Amir Football Cup between Al Rayyan and Al Gharafa, at the Khalifa International Stadium, on Saturday. The match was also attended by President of the International Olympic Committee Thomas Bach, Minister of Youth and Sports of the Syrian Arab Republic Mohammed Sameh Hamedh, several heads of Arab and international sports federations, members of the press and media, and a crowd of football fans. The match ended with Al Gharafa defeating Al Rayyan 2-1. After that, HH the Amir handed the Al Gharafa players the cup and gold medals, and handed the Al Rayyan players the silver medals. (QNA)
Qatar Tribune
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
Amir attends Amir Cup final
QNA Doha His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani attended the final match of the 2025 HH the Amir Football Cup between Al Rayyan and Al Gharafa, which was held at the Khalifa International Stadium, on Saturday evening. HH the Personal Representative of the Amir Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani, HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Thani, HE Sheikh Jassim bin Khalifa Al Thani, and Speaker of the Shura Council HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim along with a number of sheikhs, ministers and senior officials attended the match. The match was also attended by President of the International Olympic Committee HE Thomas Bach, Minister of Youth and Sports of the Syrian Arab Republic HE Mohammed Sameh Hamedh, a number of heads of Arab and international sports federations, members of the press and media, and a crowd of football fans. The match ended with Al Gharafa defeating Al Rayyan the Amir handed the Al Gharafa players the cup and gold medals, and silver medals to theAl Rayyan players.
Qatar Tribune
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
Al Gharafa beat Al Rayyan 2-1 to claim Amir Cup
DOHA: Al Gharafa crowned themselves with HH The Amir Cup's glory defeating Al Rayyan 2-1 in a thrilling final at the Khalifa International Stadium on Saturday. A comeback effort via a 50th minute penalty strike from Roger Guedes wasn't enough for Al Rayyan to overcome The Cheetahs, who despite being down to ten-men in the 64th minute went to claim their eighth Amir Cup title. Ferjani Sassi (4th minute) and Joselu (18th minute) scored the goals for Al Gharafa. The victory marked Gharafa's first triumph in the prestigious football tournament since 2012, adding another chapter to their storied history. Al Gharafa came out of the blocks with intent, applying high pressure and dominating possession from the kickoff. Their aggressive start was rewarded just four minutes in, when Sassi latched onto a pinpoint cross from Ahmed Al Ganehi and calmly slotted home the opener. Buoyed by the early breakthrough, Gharafa continued to dictate the pace, and in the 18th minute, Joselu doubled the lead with a clinical finish off another well-worked delivery from the flank. Rayyan struggled to cope with Gharafa's fluid attacking play in the first half and went into the break trailing 2-0. However, the second half saw a resurgent Rayyan side push forward with purpose. Their efforts paid off in the 49th minute when they were awarded a penalty after goalkeeper Yousef Hassan brought down Andre Amaro in the box. Guedes stepped up and converted from the spot to reduce the deficit. Gharafa nearly restored their two-goal cushion moments later, but Rodrigo Mourinho was denied by the woodwork in the 51st minute. The game took a dramatic turn in the 65th minute when Gharafa were reduced to 10 men after Senegalese defender Seydou Sano received a straight red card for a reckless tackle on Guedes. Despite the numerical advantage and relentless pressure in the closing stages, Rayyan were unable to break through Gharafa's resilient defence. The final whistle sparked jubilant celebrations for Gharafa, who lifted the Amir Cup trophy for the eighth time, ending a 13-year wait.
