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Qatar Tribune
3 days ago
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
Al Rayyan, seven others clubs to compete in Gulf Club Champions League 2025-26
QNA Doha Eight clubs including Qatar's Al Rayyan will be participating in the Gulf Club Champions League 2025-2026, it was announced by the Arab Gulf Cup Football Federation (AGCFF) on Monday. The following clubs nominated by the member national associations will be competing in the tournament: Al Rayyan of Qatar, Al Ain of the UAE, Sitra of Bahrain, Al Shabab of Saudi Arabia, Zakho of Iraq, Al Nahda of Oman, Tadamon Hadramaut of Yemen, and Al Qadisiya of Kuwait. This announcement comes as part of ongoing preparations for the launch of the second edition of the tournament, which aims to enhance football competition between Gulf clubs and provide a professional platform for exchanging technical expertise and developing the game's level in the region. Iraqi club Duhok SC had won the inaugural edition of the Gulf Club Champions League defeating Kuwait's Al Qadisiyah SC 2-1 in the second leg of the final, following a goalless draw in the first leg.
Arab Times
09-07-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Draw for Gulf Club Champions League set for August 15 in Doha
KUWAIT CITY, July 9: The Arabian Gulf Cup Federation has announced that the draw for the upcoming edition of the Gulf Club Champions League (2025–2026) will take place on August 15 in Doha, Qatar. The tournament is scheduled to kick off in September 2025. Eight clubs from across the region will take part in the competition: Al-Qadsiya (Kuwait), Al-Rayyan (Qatar), Al-Ain (UAE), Al-Shabab (Saudi Arabia), Sara (Bahrain) Al-Nahda (Oman), Al-Zawraa (Iraq), Al-Ahli Sana'a (Yemen). This edition is expected to be more competitive than the previous one, thanks to the presence of historically successful Gulf clubs. The last tournament featured more modest performances. The format will see the eight teams split into two groups of four, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the semi-finals. All matches will be played at home and away. Al-Qadsiya, returning to the competition last season after a nine-year absence, made an impressive run to the final. They drew 1-1 in the first leg against Duhok SC of Iraq but fell 2-1 in the second leg. The Arabian Gulf Cup Football Federation continues to prioritize the tournament, especially in terms of financial rewards. The champion will receive $3 million, while the runner-up earns $1 million. Awards of $50,000 each will go to the tournament's best player, top scorer, and best goalkeeper. In addition, $300,000 is allocated to participating clubs, with an extra $100,000 awarded to each team that qualifies for the semi-finals.
Qatar Tribune
22-06-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
Initial schedule for new QSL season announed
Al Rayyan meet Al Sailiya in opener on August 14Tribune News Network Doha Defending champions Al Sadd will lock horns with Qatar SC in the opening week while Al Rayyan will play the opener against Al Sailiya when the Qatar Stars League season 2025-26 kicks-off on August 14, the QSL announced on Sunday. The schedule for the first leg of the new season has been announced with air-conditioned stadiums hosting the first six weeks of the 22-week league. For now, the dates, venues and match times of the first three weeks' games have been set. The schedule will be updated from Weeks 4 to 11, following the draw for the 2025-26 AFC Champions League Elite, AFC Champions League Two, and the Gulf Club Champions League besides the programme of the Qatar national team. QSL stated, there will be coordination with clubs participating in overseas tournaments and their matches rescheduled on specified dates in the calendar, to support them in all their participations. Al Sadd won the title last season finishwing with 52 points, two points ahead Al Duhail (50 points), while Al Gharafa ended up as third with 41 points.
Iraqi News
24-04-2025
- Politics
- Iraqi News
Al-Sudani honors the Players and Management of Duhok Sports Club, Winners of the 2025 Gulf Club Champions League
Baghdad-INA Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani honored the players and management of Duhok Sports Club, winners of the Gulf Club Champions League, on Thursday. The Prime Minister's Media Office said in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA):"Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani met today, Thursday, with the players and management of Duhok Sports Club, winners of the 2025 Gulf Club Champions League. The meeting was attended by the President of the Iraqi Football Association and the Prime Minister's Advisor." It added," Al-Sudani honored the players, coaching staff, and club administrators, congratulating them on this football achievement, which he described as the result of sound planning and effective execution. He affirmed the government's continued support for sports—particularly football—to help achieve significant results." Prime Minister Al-Sudani emphasized," that sports play a vital role in unifying society and fostering national spirit, he underscored the importance of strategic planning and consistent effort to enhance the performance of Iraqi clubs and national teams, enabling them to represent Iraq with distinction in various tournaments." The attendees expressed their gratitude and appreciation to the Prime Minister for his ongoing encouragement and support for sports, clubs, and national football teams, as well as his commitment to advancing Iraq's presence in regional and international competitions. They also presented him with a set of commemorative gifts in recognition of his sustained support.
Iraqi News
16-04-2025
- Sport
- Iraqi News
Iraqi Stars League round 28 kicks off: Key clashes ahead
Baghdad ( – The Iraqi Stars League's 28th round begins today, Wednesday, and over the next four days, games will be played throughout Baghdad and other governorates. At both ends of the table, important points are still up for grabs in the title chase. In an attempt to catch up, fifth-place Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya travels to play relegation-threatened Diyala (19th) today. Second-place Al-Zawra'a (55 points) welcome Al-Karma (11th) to Baghdad, while third-place Zakho host Naft Maysan (8th) in an attempt to solidify their position. Erbil (12th) will play Al-Naft (9th) on Wednesday as well. League leaders Al-Shorta (56 points) will travel to play Al-Mina'a (16th) on Thursday. Al-Najaf (15th) faces Karbala (18th) in a match to move up the league standings, while fourth-place Al-Talaba plays Al-Kahrabaa (13th) in an attempt to hold onto their position. Al-Karkh (10th) will play Newroz (14th) on Friday, while Naft Al-Basra (17th) will host Al-Qasim (6th). After winning the Gulf Club Champions League, Duhok (7th) will host bottom-place Al-Hudood on Saturday to wrap up the festivities. Mohanad Ali 'Mimi' of Al-Shorta continues to lead the goal-scoring rankings with 20 goals, ahead of Amjad Attwan (13 goals) and Gustavo Henrique (16 goals) of Zakho. Another thrilling round of Iraqi football action is in store!
