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Al Bawaba
2 days ago
- Sport
- Al Bawaba
FIFA Arab Cup 2025: Complete Guide to Qatar's $36.5 Million Tournament
Qatar is gearing up to host the FIFA Arab Cup 2025, the most prestigious football event in the Arab world, following the tremendous success of the 2021 edition. This tournament will breathe new life into the World Cup stadiums that witnessed the 2022 global spectacle, bringing together the elite of Arab national teams in a fierce competition for the title and record-breaking prize money. Also Read FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2021 Official Awards Tournament Dates and Venues The FIFA Arab Cup 2025 will kick off on December 1 and run through December 18, 2025, featuring 18 days of high-level competition. Matches will be played across six Qatari stadiums that previously hosted the 2022 World Cup fixtures: Lusail Stadium : Qatar's largest venue with an 80,000-spectator capacity, which hosted the 2022 World Cup final. : Qatar's largest venue with an 80,000-spectator capacity, which hosted the 2022 World Cup final. Al Bayt Stadium : The distinctive venue inspired by traditional Arab tents, accommodating 60,000 fans. : The distinctive venue inspired by traditional Arab tents, accommodating 60,000 fans. Khalifa International Stadium : One of Qatar's most historic and iconic sporting venues, with a capacity of 45,000. : One of Qatar's most historic and iconic sporting venues, with a capacity of 45,000. Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium : Also known as Al Rayyan Stadium, holding 40,000 spectators. : Also known as Al Rayyan Stadium, holding 40,000 spectators. Stadium 974 : The unique, dismountable venue constructed from shipping containers, with a 40,000-seat capacity. : The unique, dismountable venue constructed from shipping containers, with a 40,000-seat capacity. Education City Stadium: Located in Doha's Education City, accommodating 40,000 fans. Participating Teams and Qualification Process The FIFA Arab Cup 2025 will feature 16 Arab national teams. Nine teams have already secured direct qualification based on their FIFA rankings: Qatar (Host Nation) Algeria Morocco Egypt Tunisia Saudi Arabia Iraq Jordan United Arab Emirates The remaining seven spots will be determined through qualifying matches scheduled for November 25–26, 2025 in Qatar, just days before the tournament begins. Other Arab nations will compete for these final seven berths in the championship. Record-Breaking Prize Money The FIFA Arab Cup 2025 stands out for its substantial financial rewards. The organizing committee has announced that the total prize money will exceed $36.5 million (approximately 132.9 million Qatari Riyals), a record figure that positions the tournament among major global competitions. This amount represents a significant increase compared to the previous edition held in 2021, which offered $25.5 million in prize money. This boost reflects the growing prominence of the tournament and the organizers' commitment to providing strong incentives for participating teams. Tournament Format and Groups The competition will follow a group stage format, with the 16 participating teams divided into four groups of four. Teams within each group will play against each other in a single round-robin format, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the quarter-finals. The tournament will then proceed with a knockout system, featuring quarter-finals, semi-finals, and ultimately the final match that will determine the champion of the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup. Tournament Significance and History The Arab Cup is one of the oldest regional tournaments, with its first edition taking place in Lebanon in 1963. Since then, the competition has undergone various developments, culminating in FIFA taking over its organization starting with the 2021 edition, also held in Qatar, which saw Algeria crowned champions after defeating Tunisia in the final. The 2025 edition holds special significance as it follows Qatar's successful hosting of the 2022 World Cup, providing an opportunity to reuse the world-class facilities and stadiums while reinforcing the sporting legacy of the World Cup in the Arab region. Expectations and Aspirations As the tournament approaches, Arab teams are increasingly setting their sights on competing for the title and substantial prize money. Algeria enters as the defending champion and one of the favorites, alongside strong contenders such as Morocco, which made history at the 2022 World Cup, as well as Egypt, Tunisia, Saudi Arabia, and host nation Qatar. The tournament will serve as an ideal platform for Arab teams to test their capabilities and gain experience in a highly competitive environment, especially with matches taking place in world-class stadiums that recently hosted football's biggest global event.
South China Morning Post
4 days ago
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Lack of cash could see Hong Kong drop out as hosts of fencing World Cup
Hong Kong could be forced to withdraw as hosts of the FIE Women's Foil World Cup next year because of a lack of sponsors, sources have told the Post. Advertisement The three-day tournament, featuring individual and team events like this year's edition at AsiaWorld-Expo, is scheduled to run from January 9 to 11. However, securing financial backing has proved difficult in the current economic climate. 'We were awarded the rights by FIE but securing sponsors would be crucial and given the current economic environment, it's highly likely that we might not be able to get one,' a source said. 'It would be great if we could do it, but that being said, there are other priorities. 'First it's the National Games, then there is the FIE Junior Men's and Women's Epee World Cup, and there's also the all-important World Championships next July. The World Cup was the last thing to worry about.' Hong Kong's Kuan Yu-ching (right) against Ukraine's Anna Tarankeno. Photo: Dickson Lee Fencing at the National Games will run from November 15 to 20 at Kai Tak Arena, followed by the Junior Epee World Cup at AsiaWorld-Expo from November 28 to 30.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Hour-by-hour forecast for the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley
WARRINGTON Wolves fans will make their way down to Wembley tomorrow for the Challenge Cup Final – but what will the weather be like? Tomorrow, Saturday, Warrington Wolves will take on Hull Kr in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley Stadium. Fans will make their way down to London for the final - but what will the weather be like? Here's an hour-by-hour forecast for when The Wire takes Wembley: 11am – Light rain, 80 per cent chance of precipitation, 14°C 12pm – Heavy shower, 90 per cent chance of precipitation, 15°C 1pm – Heavy rain, 90 per cent chance of precipitation, 15°C 2pm – Heavy shower, 90 per cent chance of precipitation, 15°C 3pm – Heavy shower, 90 per cent chance of precipitation, 15°C 4pm – Heavy shower, 90 per cent chance of precipitation, 15°C 5pm – Heavy shower, 90 per cent chance of precipitation, 15°C 6pm – Light shower, 70 per cent chance of precipitation, 15°C
CTV News
30-05-2025
- Business
- CTV News
Beach Bash Volleyball Tournament postponed
Organizers say the Beach Bash Volleyball Tournament has been postponed. The tournament was supposed to be on May 30-31, but has been rescheduled for September 12. It is hosted by the Downtown Windsor Business Improvement Association (DWBIA) and the Rotary Club of Windsor (1918). Matches are planned to take place at three vibrant venues: the newly established Khan Courts at 671 Ouellette Avenue, College Boréal, and On the Beach Bar & Grill. Players of all skill levels are invited to participate in various divisions, including Pro Men and Women's Doubles, Competitive Mixed 4's, Corporate Mixed 6's, and Recreational Mixed 6's. Top teams will vie for impressive prizes, with the leading Mixed 4's team earning an $800 reward.
CTV News
19-05-2025
- Sport
- CTV News
Saskatchewan's oldest road race celebrates 100 years in Fort Qu'Appelle
The Fort Qu'Appelle Lions Echo Lake Road Race was held on Sunday, May 18, 2025. (Sierra D'Souza Butts/CTV News)
