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Arab Times
3 days ago
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kazma appoints Croatian Tadić as new head coach
KUWAIT CITY, June 1: Kazma announced the appointment of Croatian coach Dragan Tadić as the new head coach of the first football team, replacing Bosnian manager Rosmir Cefko. Although the club had initially hoped to retain Cefko for the upcoming season, the Bosnian coach received several offers from Gulf clubs and paused contract renewal talks. He later departed for vacation in his home country and ultimately declined to continue with Kazma. Born in 1973, Tadić brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record. Most recently, he led Bahraini side Sitra to a strong season, securing third place in the league, reaching the final of the King's Cup (finishing as runners-up), and qualifying for the 2025 Gulf Champions League. Tadić's playing career included stints with Croatian clubs Rijeka, Novalja, Sibenik, Sesveta, and Astra before transitioning to coaching in 2011. He began his managerial journey with Croatian side Rijeka, followed by roles at Kavala and Slaven Belupo, with multiple returns to Rijeka over the years. He also had international coaching spells with Losinj (Austria) and Mesaimeer (Qatar), and most recently managed Al-Bukayriyah in Saudi Arabia. Kazma's decision to appoint Tadić comes amid a rebuilding phase following a challenging season, which saw the team exit early from local competitions and narrowly avoid relegation through the Zain Premier League playoffs, where they finished fourth. In terms of player contracts, the club has chosen to renew the deals of Jordanian winger Anas Al-Awadat and Beninese forward Samson Akiniola. They have also added two new players to the squad: Jordanian midfielder Ali Al-Azaizeh and Youssef Abu Al-Jazar. Negotiations are currently ongoing to sign an Algerian defender, which would complete the club's quota of foreign players.
Arab Times
4 days ago
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kazma crowned Futsal League champion
KUWAIT CITY, May 31: Kazma Club clinched the Futsal League title for the 2024-2025 sports season after a thrilling 3-3 draw with Kuwait Club in the decisive match of the final series at Yousef Al-Shaheen Hall at Kazma Club. The championship was decided in a best-of-three series. Kazma and Kuwait Club each secured a win in the first two matches—Kazma taking the opener 7-5, while Kuwait Club responded with a 6-5 victory in the second. With the series tied, Kazma claimed the title by topping the preliminary round standings, as the final match ended in a draw. The Secretary-General of the Kuwait Football Association, Dr. Saleh Al-Majroub, presented the league trophy to Kazma Club, with Kuwait SC finishing as runners-up and Al-Tadamon securing third place. The award ceremony was attended by Kazma Club Chairman Asaad Al-Banwan.
Arab Times
6 days ago
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait Club clinches 58th Premier Handball League title, Burgan secures historic second
KUWAIT CITY, May 29: The Kuwait Club handball team secured the title of the 58th Premier Handball League after a commanding 39-28 victory over Sulaibikhat in the first round of the league's third and final stage. This triumph marked the club's 15th overall league title and 13th consecutive championship, sealing the title with four rounds remaining and bringing their total to 48 points. Meanwhile, Burgan made history by finishing second in the league for the first time, following a 32-28 win over Al-Salmiya. With 39 points, Burgan stands eight points clear of third-place Kazma. Even if Kazma wins its remaining four matches and Burgan loses all of theirs, both would be tied on points, but Burgan would maintain the edge based on head-to-head performance. The battle for third place continues, with Kazma (31 points) and Al-Salmiya (23 points) contending for the podium. Reacting to the historic achievement, Burgan Sports Club Chairman Anwar Al-Otaibi praised the club's progress, saying: 'This milestone didn't happen overnight. It is the result of the tremendous support from the club's board of directors, combined with the efforts of our technical, administrative, and medical staff, as well as the commitment of our players.' Al-Otaibi also confirmed that Burgan will participate in the Asian Club Championship this November, marking the team's first continental appearance. He expressed optimism, noting that the team will compete with four Asian professionals and is aiming for a strong showing.
Arab Times
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kazma seeks revenge as Kuwait Club eyes fourth consecutive win in rivalry
KUWAIT CITY, May 26: The semifinals of the Basketball Federation Cup will tip off today at the Federation Hall within the Sheikh Saad Al-Abdullah Indoor Halls Complex, promising two intense showdowns. At 5:00 pm, Kuwait Club will face Kazma, followed by defending champion Al-Qadsia against Al-Sulaibikhat at 7:00 pm. The opening match is expected to be the most competitive of the evening, as Kuwait Club and Kazma reignite a rivalry that has seen them clash in the decisive league finals three times — all victories for Kuwait Club. Those past wins were attributed to Kuwait Club's cohesive performances on both ends of the court. However, today's contest poses a new challenge for team captain Hussein Al-Khabbaz and key players, including Hamad and Mohammed Adnan, Imran Johar, Turki Hamoud, Alexander Al-Ghais, Fahad Al-Dhafiri, Abdulrahman Al-Juma, Yousef Al-Hamdan, and Musaed Al-Otaibi. They will also rely heavily on the contributions of their professional trio: Jakar Sampson, Robert Lowry, and Jamal Jones. Kazma, last season's Cup runner-up, enters the semifinals determined to clinch a title, especially as the Federation Cup marks the final championship opportunity this season. Much depends on the fitness of captain Ahmed Al-Balushi, who missed crucial games during the league title race. The team's prospects will also hinge on the performance of Abdulrahman Al-Sahou, Youssef Burhama, Abdullah Ibrahim, and Hamad Al-Ali, in addition to the sharpshooting abilities of American Johnny Brahamskel and the inside presence of fellow professionals Joan Johnson and Dwayne Jackson. In the second semifinal, national coach Fahad Barjas will look to orchestrate a surprise upset as Al-Sulaibikhat takes on powerhouse Al-Qadsia. The defending champion enters the match with strong momentum, boasting high technical and physical readiness and superior individual talents across their roster. On the administrative side, the General Assembly of the Kuwait Basketball Association convened at the Association's headquarters in the Sheikh Saad Al-Abdullah Indoor Halls Complex. During the meeting, members approved both the financial and administrative reports for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025. The Assembly also gave the green light to the Association's 2025–2026 work plan and proposed budget. Twelve of the thirteen affiliated clubs were present, with only Yarmouk Club absent.
Arab Times
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait Club closes in on league title
KUWAIT CITY, May 24: Kuwait Club is eyeing a critical victory today in its quest to secure the Premier Handball League title as it faces Burgan SC at 6:00 pm in the fifth and final round of the Second Division of the league at Sheikh Saad Al-Abdullah Sports Complex and follows an earlier clash between Al-Arabi and Sulaibikhat at 4:30 pm, with Kazma and Salmiya squaring off at 7:00 pm. Currently, Kuwait Club leads the standings with 44 points, followed by Burgan with 37 points. Kazma holds third place with 28, while Salmiya (23), Sulaibikhat (20), and Al-Arabi (18) trail behind. With only Kuwait Club and Burgan left in the title race, today's showdown is pivotal. Kuwait Club, which has dominated the league for the past 12 consecutive seasons, is just two wins away from clinching another championship. A victory today would leave them needing only one win in the upcoming third-division stage, which begins next Wednesday—a task well within reach considering the team's strong form and depth. On the other side, Burgan is aiming to halt Kuwait Club's momentum and keep its slim title hopes alive. A loss would end its championship dreams, but a second-place finish remains within reach. Securing runner-up status would grant Burgan a historic qualification to the Asian Club Championship for the first time—an achievement that would reflect the dedicated efforts of the club's management, technical team, and players. Meanwhile, Kazma and Salmiya are battling for third place, as Al-Arabi is out of contention and Sulaibikhat's hopes of staying in the third division are fading.
