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Al-Arabi and Kuwait Club finalize preparations for Crown Prince Cup final
Al-Arabi and Kuwait Club finalize preparations for Crown Prince Cup final

Arab Times

time17-05-2025

  • Sport
  • Arab Times

Al-Arabi and Kuwait Club finalize preparations for Crown Prince Cup final

KUWAIT CITY, May 17: Al-Arabi and Kuwait Club will wrap up their final training sessions this evening as both teams gear up for tomorrow's highly anticipated Crown Prince Cup Final. With the title on the line, the coaching staff of both sides has intensified tactical preparations, aiming to deliver a performance worthy of the occasion. Al-Arabi, in particular, enters the match seeking redemption after losing the Zain Premier League title last week, falling 2-1 to Kuwait Club in the final round of the season. The final comes just days after the Kuwait Football Association's Disciplinary Committee announced a series of penalties following disturbances that erupted during the recent league clash between the two sides. Al-Arabi players Sofiane Bouchar, Emmanuel Iwala, and Hamza Khaba were each suspended for two league matches and fined KWD 1,000. Additionally, Jassim Taqi, a member of the club's fan association, received a three-month stadium ban and was fined KWD 1,000 for offensive behavior on the social platform X, under Article 58 of the Disciplinary Regulations. Another Al-Arabi supporter, Abdulaziz Al-Darbas, was handed a one-year stadium ban and fined KWD 500 after storming the pitch and engaging in an altercation with Kuwait Club players. The club itself was fined KWD 8,000 for repeated infractions by its fans, which included throwing smoke bombs, sound bombs, and chanting offensive slogans. Kuwait Club players Sami Al-Sanea, Ayman Abu Al-Fath, Mohammed Daham, and Ahmed Al-Zanki were each suspended for two league matches and fined KWD 1,000 under Article 60. Amr Abdel-Fattah received a KWD 500 fine for physical altercations with Al-Darbas, while photographer Nasser Bin Nasser was suspended for two matches and fined KWD 500 for his involvement in the incident. A press conference for the Crown Prince Cup Final will be held at noon today at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium, featuring the head coach and one player from each team. The session is expected to address the teams' strategies, preparations, and remarks ahead of the cup showdown.

Fines, Bans, And A Brawl: Inside The Al Arabi–Kuwait SC Controversy
Fines, Bans, And A Brawl: Inside The Al Arabi–Kuwait SC Controversy

Arab Times

time16-05-2025

  • Sport
  • Arab Times

Fines, Bans, And A Brawl: Inside The Al Arabi–Kuwait SC Controversy

KUWAIT CITY, May 16: Following the heated aftermath of the recent match between Al Arabi Club and Kuwait SC, the Kuwait Football Association has announced a series of disciplinary measures against players, fans, and officials involved in the post-match altercations. Al Arabi Club has been fined KD 8,000 due to repeated violations by its supporters, including the use of smoke bombs, fire crackers, and offensive chants. Three Al Arabi players — Sofiane Bouchar, Emmanuel Iwala, and Hamza Khaba — have each been suspended for two matches and fined KD 1,000 for their conduct during the incident. Additionally, a member of the Al Arabi Fans Association has been banned from entering stadiums for three months and fined KD 1,000 for behavior deemed inappropriate on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter). Another Al Arabi fan has been banned from stadiums for one year and fined KD 500 after storming the pitch and engaging in a physical altercation with Kuwait SC players. Kuwait SC has also faced disciplinary action. Players Sami Al-Sanea, Ayman Abu Al-Fath, Mohammed Daham, and Ahmed Al-Zanki have each received two-match suspensions and KD 1,000 fines. Meanwhile, player Amr Abdel Fattah was fined KD 500 for exchanging blows with a pitch-invading Al Arabi fan. Lastly, a photographer has been suspended for two matches and fined KD 500 after being involved in a physical altercation with a supporter. The Kuwait Football Association emphasized the importance of upholding sportsmanship and maintaining security standards during all official fixtures.

Al-Arabi books AFC Challenge League semifinal spot
Al-Arabi books AFC Challenge League semifinal spot

Arab Times

time13-03-2025

  • Sport
  • Arab Times

Al-Arabi books AFC Challenge League semifinal spot

MUSCAT, March 13: Al-Arabi clinched its place in the semi-finals of the AFC Challenge League after overcoming Omani club Al-Seeb in a dramatic quarter-final clash at Seeb Sports Stadium in Muscat. Having won the first leg 1-0, Al-Arabi faced a strong challenge in the return fixture, as Al-Seeb secured a 2-1 victory, forcing the match into extra time. Moroccan professional Sofiane Bouchar emerged as the hero, netting the decisive goal in the 102nd minute to send Al-Arabi through to the next round. The match saw Al-Arabi take the lead early through Hussein Ashkanani in the 23rd minute, but Al-Seeb responded with an equalizer from Abdulrahman Al-Mushafri in the 41st minute. Camara then put Al-Seeb ahead in the 87th minute, setting the stage for a tense finish before Bouchar's crucial extra-time strike. Al-Arabi will now face Turkmenistan's Arkadag in the semi-finals on April 9 and 16. The two sides previously met in the preliminary round of the tournament last year, with Al-Arabi securing a 3-2 victory. Al-Arabi Club President Abdulaziz Ashour praised the team's determination and efforts in securing qualification, expressing confidence in its ability to maintain this momentum in the upcoming rounds. As a token of appreciation, Ashour awarded each player 1,000 dinars following the hard-fought victory. Meanwhile, Al-Arabi's Youssef Majed is undergoing treatment at Turkish club Galatasaray's medical clinic for a shoulder injury sustained late last year. He is expected to return to training in early April.

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