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Arab Times
20-04-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Injuries rock Qadsiya and Salmiya ahead of Cup battle
KUWAIT CITY, April 20: Qadsiya and Salmiya face a wave of injuries ahead of their highly anticipated quarterfinal showdown in the Crown Prince Cup next Thursday. Key players from both squads are at risk of missing the crucial match. For Qadsiya, team captain Khaled Ibrahim is sidelined with a torn adductor muscle and is expected to be out for 10 to 14 days. Abdullah Mutawa joins him on the injury list with a torn ankle, requiring 10 to 14 days of recovery. Additionally, Moaz Al-Dhafiri has suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury and is estimated to be out for up to 10 days. Salmiya's injury concerns are even more extensive. Gambian midfielder Sang Pierre has sustained a torn hamstring and will need up to 10 days of recovery. Brazilian defender Alex Lima is also out with a bruised knee ligament, expected to miss one to two weeks. Abdulmohsen Al-Turkmani suffers from a hamstring tear and will be sidelined for a similar period. Team captain Fahad Al-Mujammed is undergoing treatment for Achilles tendonitis and is expected to be out for two to three weeks. Goalkeeper Ali Fadel is recovering from a hamstring injury, while Othman Al-Dosari will miss the remainder of the season due to a cartilage injury. With both teams battling fitness setbacks, Thursday's matchup promises to test the depth and resilience of both squads in their quest for a spot in the Crown Prince Cup semifinals.
Arab Times
07-04-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Qadsiya eyes redemption in Gulf Champions League final
KUWAIT CITY, April 7: Qadsiya will look to bounce back from their early exit in the Zain Premier League title race by securing a strong result in the first leg of the Gulf Champions League final against Iraq's Duhok, scheduled for 7:45 pm tonight at Mohammed Al-Hamad Stadium. The "Yellow Castle" fans are eager to see their team take a crucial step toward lifting its third Gulf title, having previously won the championship in 2000 and 2005. The players, too, are determined to deliver a memorable result to compensate for their domestic disappointment. Qadsiya reached the final by finishing second in Group B with nine points, earning two wins, three draws, and a loss. In the semifinals, it edged past the UAE's Al-Nasr 1-0 in the first leg and lost 2-1 in the return leg before clinching a 4-3 win on penalties. In preparation for the final, Montenegrin head coach Zeljko Petrovic opted to rest key starters in last Friday's league clash against Al-Salmiya. The squad then entered a focused training camp ahead of tonight's crucial encounter. Despite missing Moroccan midfielders Mehdi Berrahma and Moaz Al-Dhafiri due to suspension from accumulated yellow cards, Qadsiya is expected to benefit from the return of several players. Khaled Ibrahim, Ismail Khafi, Abdulaziz Wadi, Abdullah Mutawa, and Adhbi Shehab, all of whom missed recent fixtures, are likely to feature. Meanwhile, Duhok is aiming to continue its impressive run in the tournament as it chases its first-ever Gulf Champions League title. The Iraqi side advanced to the final after finishing second in Group A with nine points, behind UAE's Al-Nasr. In the semifinals, Duhok stunned Saudi Arabia's Al-Ettifaq with back-to-back 1-0 victories. Domestically, Duhok has been in strong form, most recently defeating league leader Al-Zawraa in the Iraqi Premier League. Although currently in seventh place, it remains in contention with five games in hand and only 12 points separating them from the top. Showing its intent, Duhok arrived in Kuwait on a private jet with a 70-member delegation, including seven media representatives. To avoid scheduling conflicts, it held its training sessions at Sabah Al-Salem Stadium rather than Mohammed Al-Hamad Stadium. The match will be officiated by a Saudi crew led by referee Majed Al-Shamrani, with assistants Hisham Al-Rifai and Omar Al-Jamal. Shukri Al-Hanfoush will serve as the fourth official. Emirati officials Saqr Al-Zaabi and Yasser Al-Marshadi will operate the VAR system.
Arab Times
29-03-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Petrovic to stay on as Qadsiya cements third-place finish in Zain Premier League
KUWAIT CITY, March 29: Montenegrin coach Zeljko Petrovic is on the verge of renewing his contract with Qadsiya for another season. Recent discussions between both parties have resulted in an agreement on most terms, reflecting the club's satisfaction with his leadership. Under Petrovic's guidance, Qadsiya has made a strong impact, securing a spot in the Gulf Champions League final, where it will face Iraq's Duhok in a two-legged tie in early April. The team also holds third place in the Zain Premier League. Qadisiya closed out its Zain Premier League campaign with a 2-1 win over Khaitan in the 18th and final round, cementing its third-place finish with 37 points. Meanwhile, Khaitan remains in ninth place with 11 points. Despite its efforts, Khaitan failed to secure a crucial point before heading into the relegation playoff battle, where it must overtake Al-Nasr (12 points) to retain its Premier League status. With little time to rest, Qadsiya has already shifted focus to three crucial competitions: Crown Prince Cup Preliminary Round – It will be facing Al-Nasr tomorrow in a postponed fixture. Championship League (Top Six League) – Opening against Al-Fahaheel on Friday. Gulf Champions League Final – Hosting Duhok (Iraq) on April 8 for the first leg. The team is racing against time to recover key players Khaled Ibrahim, Abdulaziz Wadi, and Bader Al-Mutawa, who are nursing muscle injuries. Elsewhere, Kazma took a major step toward Premier League survival, climbing to seventh place with 19 points after a 2-0 victory over Yarmouk. With three matches remaining, it needs just one more point to secure its place. On the other hand, Yarmouk's survival hopes are fading, sitting at the bottom of the table with six points. To avoid relegation, it must win all three of its remaining matches while hoping Al-Nasr (9 points) continues to drop points.
Arab Times
27-01-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Qadsia‘s Petrovic acknowledges the steep challenge of facing Kuwait Club
KUWAIT CITY, Jan 27: Qadsia coach Zeljko Petrovic acknowledged the challenge of facing Kuwait Club in the Super Cup final, a sentiment echoed by Kuwait Club's Montenegrin coach, Nebojsa Jovovic, during a press conference at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium. Petrovic emphasized his goal of securing the Super Cup title at Kuwait Club's expense, acknowledging that it would be a tough task for the reigning champions, given the quality players Kuwait Club possesses. "I have full trust in all the Qadsia players, but I rely on the players who are match-ready," Petrovic said. He hinted at possible inclusions in the lineup, with the return of key players who had been sidelined by injuries, such as Khaled Ibrahim—who featured in part of the semi-final match—Abdullah Mutawa, and goalkeeper Khaled Al-Rashidi. "I aim to win my first title with Qadsia, to make the fans happy, and to add another championship to the team's collection," Petrovic added. He went on to praise Kuwait Club as a tough and well-equipped opponent, highlighting their deep squad, including 6 or 7 international players on the bench, and expressing satisfaction with his team's progress. Qadsia goalkeeper Ali Jarrah underlined the importance of the match, acknowledging the strength of Kuwait Club, a team with a history of winning championships. He called for strong fan support, recognizing that the fans are a key motivator for the players. Meanwhile, Jovovic shared his enthusiasm, noting that both he and the players are motivated to achieve a positive result and secure the Super Cup, the first title of the current season. "The chances of both teams winning are equal. The most important thing is to score goals and not concede," he said. Kuwait Club player Ali Hussein expressed the team's commitment to putting in a performance worthy of the club's history and winning the title for their fans. "I'm happy to serve my team in whatever role is needed, showing that the team values me," he said. Kuwait Club faces Qadsiya at 7:15 pm. This marks the seventeenth edition of the prestigious tournament. Kuwait Club leads the tournament's history with 7 titles, while Qadsiya has secured 6 victories, compared to 3 for Al-Arabi. The two teams have previously met 9 times in the Super Cup final, with Kuwait Club emerging victorious 6 times and Qadsiya 3 times. The most recent meeting between the two sides in the competition was in 2019, where Qadsiya triumphed with a 1-0 win. Tonight's clash will be the third encounter between Kuwait Club and Qadsiya this season. The teams first met in the Zain Premier League, with Kuwait winning the first leg by a narrow margin of 1-0. However, in January, Qadsiya handed Kuwait Club its first league defeat of the season with a 2-1 victory. Kuwait Club will be without the services of strikers Ibrahim Kamil and Tunisian Yassin Al-Khenisi for today's match. Kamil is sidelined for about two months due to a hamstring tear, while Al-Khenisi is dealing with a severe muscle strain. Meanwhile, The coordination meeting for the Super Cup final of the 2024-2025 sports season was held at the meeting hall of Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium. The session was attended by Dr. Saleh Al-Majroub, Secretary-General of the Kuwait Football Association, along with members of the working committees and representatives from various state ministries. Dr. Al-Majroub took the opportunity to provide a detailed explanation regarding the entry procedures for the public, media, and VIPs, emphasizing the importance of collaboration with security personnel and volunteers to ensure smooth operations. Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff
