11-05-2025
Jeddah Prepares for King's Cup Grand Finale Showdown on 30 May
The highly anticipated Saudi King's Cup 2025 final approaches, igniting passion across the Kingdom. Al-Ittihad will fiercely clash with Al-Qadsiah for the prestigious Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Cup. The Saudi Football Federation (SAFF) announced that the game will be held on Friday, 30 May, 2025, at Jeddah's King Abdullah Sports City. This historic encounter marks Al-Qadsiah's first-ever final appearance, while Al-Ittihad aim to add a tenth title to their storied legacy. Road to the Final
Al-Ittihad, current Saudi Pro League leaders, battled fiercely through knockout rounds, including a penalty shootout victory over Al-Hilal in the quarterfinals. Their dramatical semifinal clash against Al-Shabab saw Danilo Pereira's heroic brace in extra time, overturning a deficit to secure a 3-2 win.
Meanwhile, Al-Qadsiah defied expectations with a dominant run, netting nine goals in three matches, with forward Julián Quiñones leads this edition's scoring charts with five goals. Their semi-final victory over Al-Raed highlighted their defensive prowess, boasting the league's best defensive record this season conceding 27 goals. Echoes from a Storied Past
The King's Cup boasts a long and illustrious history, dating back to its inception. Al-Ahli proudly hold the record for the most titles, having lifted the trophy 13 times, while the reigning champions, Al-Hilal, are following closely with 11 victories, consistently proving their championship caliber. Al-Nassr also feature prominently with 5 cup wins, adding to the competition's rich tapestry. Furthermore, the winner of the tournament will qualify for the group stage of the 2025–26 AFC Champions League Two, adding an extra layer of competition and prestige to the event.
Winning the King's Cup brings immense prestige and a coveted place in Saudi football history. Beyond the glory, substantial financial rewards also await the participating teams in the final. The champions of the 2025 King's Cup will receive a handsome prize of SAR5.5m, while the runners-up will also be well compensated, taking home SAR4m for their efforts. These prizes underscore the significance of the competition and reward the teams' hard work.
Will Al-Ittihad's experience prevail, or will Al-Qadsiah's Cinderella story culminate in triumph? With Benzema's leadership and Al-Qadsiah's resilient backline, this clash promises drama worthy of Saudi football's grandest stage.
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