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Al-Ahram Weekly
2 days ago
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Handball: Egypt U-19 beat Japan to reach main round of World Championship - Omni sports
Egypt's U-19 handball team booked their place in the main round of the IHF Men's Youth World Championship after defeating Japan 36-28 in their final preliminary round match on Saturday. The Young Pharaohs trailed 18-14 at halftime but mounted a strong second-half comeback, outscoring Japan 22-10 to seal their third consecutive victory in Group G. The tournament is being hosted by Egypt from 6 to 17 August with participation of 32 teams. The hosts opened their campaign with a 46-27 win over South Korea and followed it up with a 36-28 victory against Bahrain. Saturday's win over Japan ensured Egypt topped Group G with a perfect record. Egypt will now compete in Group D of the main round alongside Japan, Denmark, and the Czech Republic. They face the Czech Republic in their first main round fixture on Monday. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Daily Tribune
4 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Run Japan to the Wire
TDT | Manama Bahrain's under-19 team began their IHF Men's Youth World Championship campaign in Group G with a frustrating 32–30 defeat to Japan, in a match that remained tight from start to finish. Tied 15–15 at half-time, Bahrain matched the continental champions stride for stride. The result leaves Bahrain needing wins from their remaining group fixtures against Egypt and South Korea to advance to the main round. The match, held at Cairo Stadium in Egypt, drew an attendance of 600. Al Falahi Leads Offensively Line player Sayed Ahmed Al Falahi led Bahrain's scoring with eight goals from 12 attempts, consistently converting from close range against Japan's 6–0 defensive shape. His presence in the middle gave Bahrain a reliable scoring outlet throughout the match. Ali Abbas added five goals and six assists, while Salman Al Showaikh scored four from five. Bahrain's central attacking unit performed well under pressure, creating chances and drawing fouls in key phases. Japan's Key Players Step Up While Bahrain were competitive, Japan's depth and efficiency made the difference. Sora Furusawa led their attack with seven goals from eight shots, often exploiting gaps from the backcourt. Kaisei Akiyoshi contributed five goals, and goalkeeper Toshiya Obata finished with 11 saves, several of them decisive in the final stretch. Japan's 18 goals from 9 metres (58%) underlined their shooting range, an area where Bahrain managed just two conversions from nine attempts. Defensive Work Stands Out Bahrain recorded 21 steals, doubling Japan's total, and applied consistent pressure on passing lanes. Mohamed Aadam played a key role with five steals, four assists, and two goals, while also earning two penalties. His all-round effort anchored Bahrain's transitions. However, five technical errors and missed opportunities from distance left Bahrain chasing the game late on, despite strong defensive numbers. Next Test: The Hosts Bahrain now face the Egyptians tonight at 7:30PM (Bahrain time). Egypt, reigning African champions and hosts, were also in action yesterday against South Korea. Bahrain will complete the group stage on Friday against South Korea. To progress, Bahrain must finish in the top two. Head coach Raed Al Marzooq will look to sharpen the attack and manage player rotation as the tournament intensifies.
Arab Times
7 days ago
- Politics
- Arab Times
Kuwait Handball Association suspends Al-Baloushi as Kuwait heads to Cairo for Youth World Championship
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 4: The Board of Directors of the Kuwait Handball Association voted by majority to suspend President Fouad Al-Baloushi from his duties during a meeting held recently at the association's headquarters in Daiya. Vice President Shabib Al-Hajri was granted presidential authority until the matter is presented to the association's upcoming general assembly. Eight out of eleven board members attended the meeting, while Al-Baloushi was absent. Vice President Al-Hajri and board member Khaled Abdulquddus were also not present, reportedly due to travel commitments. The decision follows repeated absences by Al-Baloushi from board meetings without a valid excuse, which have disrupted the federation's workflow and delayed key decisions. The upcoming general assembly is expected to ratify the suspension and formally remove Al-Baloushi from the board. A separate assembly will then be held to elect a new president from among candidates nominated by the clubs of Kazma, Al-Qurain, Yarmouk, Qadsia, Arabi, and Shabab to serve out the current board's term until 2027. Tensions within the board have escalated in recent months, largely centered around disagreements on the number of foreign professional players allowed per team. A majority of board members support allowing two professionals on the court with a third on the bench, while Al-Baloushi insists the third should remain off the match sheet entirely and sit in the stands. Earlier, Secretary-General Qaed Al-Adwani expressed frustration at the president's repeated absences, noting that it obstructs the association's activities and delays its progress. Meanwhile, Kuwait's Under-19 handball team departed today for Cairo to participate in the 11th edition of the IHF Men's Youth World Championship, which runs from August 5 to 16. The team recently concluded a successful overseas training camp in Croatia and Slovenia, where they played seven friendly matches against teams including Croatia, Kosovo, and Slovenia. Head coach Heine Jensen of Denmark used the camp to focus on tactical drills and finalize the tournament roster. Kuwait will compete in Group A alongside Sweden, Portugal, and Austria. This year's championship features 32 teams split into eight groups. Group B includes Hungary, Switzerland, Morocco, and Kosovo; Group C includes Serbia, Spain, Croatia, and Algeria; Group D features Iceland, Brazil, Guinea, and Saudi Arabia; Group E includes Germany, Slovenia, Uruguay, and the Faroe Islands; Group F comprises Norway, France, Argentina, and Mexico; Group G brings together Egypt, Japan, South Korea, and Bahrain; and Group H features Denmark, Tunisia, Czech Republic, and the USA. This is only the second time in the tournament's history that 32 teams are participating, following the 2023 edition in Croatia. The association has also approved the calendar for the upcoming handball season. The Premier League will kick off on September 2, while the First Division begins on September 4. The youth league is set to start on November 5, followed by the junior league on November 4, the cadets' league on September 20, and the kids' league on September 19.
Arab Times
15-04-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Talib expresses confidence in Kuwait's youth team ahead of World Cup
CAIRO, April 15: Khaled Talib, Treasurer of the Kuwait Handball Association and head of the Kuwaiti junior team delegation, expressed strong confidence in the team ahead of its participation in the 2025 IHF Men's Youth World Championship, despite being drawn into a challenging Group A alongside handball powerhouses Sweden, Portugal, and Austria. The official draw for the tournament was held in Cairo, with 32 teams set to compete from August 6 to 17 in Egypt. Notably, six Arab nations will take part: Egypt (host), Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco, and Kuwait. World Cup Groupings: Group A: Kuwait, Sweden, Portugal, Austria Group B: Hungary, Switzerland, Morocco, Kosovo Group C: Serbia, Spain, Croatia, Algeria Group D: Iceland, Brazil, Guinea, Saudi Arabia Group F: Germany, Slovenia, Uruguay, Faroe Islands Group G: Norway, France, Argentina, Mexico Group H: Egypt, Japan, South Korea, Bahrain Group I: Denmark, Tunisia, USA, Czech Republic This marks Kuwait's second appearance in the U-19 Handball World Cup, after debuting in Tunisia 2009, where it finished 19th. Talib acknowledged the difficulty of facing elite European teams, renowned for their strength and experience, but emphasized Kuwait's solid preparation. The team recently gained valuable experience by competing in the Mediterranean International Friendly Championship against teams such as Tunisia, Italy, Greece, and Montenegro. He added that continued participation in continental competitions will further strengthen the team and help elevate the standard of Kuwaiti handball. Talib also expressed hope that the players will make Kuwaiti fans proud, especially given the strong support they've received from the local community and federation.
