Gulf Cup Draw Sets Stage for Exciting 26th Edition in Kuwait
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Khaleeji Zain 26 Groups Announced for December Tournament
The stage is set for the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup (Khaleeji Zain 26), with the official draw held on November 9, 2024, in Kuwait City. Hosted by Kuwait, the much-anticipated tournament will take place from December 21, 2024, to January 3, 2025.
Groupings Revealed for the Gulf’s Premier Football Event
The draw divided the eight participating nations into two groups:
●Group A: Kuwait (hosts), Qatar, United Arab Emirates, and Oman
●Group B: Iraq (defending champions), Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Yemen
The Gulf Cup’s group stage will see each team compete within their group, with the top two teams advancing to the semi-finals.
Key Matches and Opening Day Clash
Qatar, the reigning Asian champions, will kick off the tournament against the UAE on December 21 at Jaber International Stadium in Kuwait City. The competition promises thrilling encounters, especially with Iraq defending their title and Kuwait striving for success on home soil.
A Tradition of Gulf Football Excellence
As the 26th edition of the biennial tournament, the Gulf Cup continues to be a celebrated event for the Arab Gulf Cup Football Federation (AGCFF) member nations. The draw ceremony saw participation from high-profile dignitaries, including Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Thani, AGCFF President and Minister of Sports and Youth.
The Gulf Cup has long shown the strength of Gulf football, and this year’s draw sets the stage for yet another compelling chapter in the tournament’s history.
Khaleeji Zain 26 Groups Announced for December Tournament
The stage is set for the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup (Khaleeji Zain 26), with the official draw held on November 9, 2024, in Kuwait City. Hosted by Kuwait, the much-anticipated tournament will take place from December 21, 2024, to January 3, 2025.
Groupings Revealed for the Gulf’s Premier Football Event
The draw divided the eight participating nations into two groups:
● Group A: Kuwait (hosts), Qatar, United Arab Emirates, and Oman
● Group B: Iraq (defending champions), Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Yemen
The Gulf Cup’s group stage will see each team compete within their group, with the top two teams advancing to the semi-finals.
Key Matches and Opening Day Clash
Qatar, the reigning Asian champions, will kick off the tournament against the UAE on December 21 at Jaber International Stadium in Kuwait City. The competition promises thrilling encounters, especially with Iraq defending their title and Kuwait striving for success on home soil.
A Tradition of Gulf Football Excellence
As the 26th edition of the biennial tournament, the Gulf Cup continues to be a celebrated event for the Arab Gulf Cup Football Federation (AGCFF) member nations. The draw ceremony saw participation from high-profile dignitaries, including Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Thani, AGCFF President and Minister of Sports and Youth.
The Gulf Cup has long shown the strength of Gulf football, and this year’s draw sets the stage for yet another compelling chapter in the tournament’s history.
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