Bahrain Clinches Gulf Cup Title with Dramatic Comeback Against Oman

Bahrain Clinches Gulf Cup Title with Dramatic Comeback Against Oman

KUWAIT CITY — Bahrain secured its second Gulf Cup title on January 4, 2025, defeating Oman 2-1 in a thrilling final at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium. This victory marks Bahrain's second championship, having previously won in 2019, and it ties them with the UAE and Oman in terms of...

Oman and Bahrain Advance to Gulf Cup Final in Thrilling Matches

Oman and Bahrain Advance to Gulf Cup Final in Thrilling Matches

On December 31, 2024, Bahrain secured a spot in the final of the 26th Gulf Cup of Nations by defeating Kuwait 1-0 at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium in Al-Ardiya, Kuwait. The victory came courtesy of a late goal from striker Mohammed Jassim Marhoon, who netted the only goal of the match in th...

Yemen's National Team Rewarded for Historic Performance in Gulf Cup

Yemen's National Team Rewarded for Historic Performance in Gulf Cup

Sheikh Ahmed Al-Essi, president of the Yemeni Football Association, announced a financial reward for the national team following their impressive performance in the 26th Gulf Cup held in Kuwait. After the team secured a victory against Bahrain in their final match, Al-Essi pledged to award each pl...

Yemen National Team Secures First Gulf Cup Victory Since 2003

Yemen National Team Secures First Gulf Cup Victory Since 2003

The Yemen national football team concluded its participation in the 26th Gulf Cup, hosted in Kuwait, with a historic victory over Bahrain, winning 2-1 in their final group stage match on Saturday at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium. This victory marks Yemen's first win in the Gulf Cup s...

Yemen National Team Falls to Saudi Arabia in Gulf Cup Match

Yemen National Team Falls to Saudi Arabia in Gulf Cup Match

In a thrilling encounter at the Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium in Kuwait, Yemen's national football team suffered their second defeat in the group stage of the Arabian Gulf Cup, losing to Saudi Arabia 3-2. The match saw Yemen initially take control, finishing the first half ahead with...

National Team Coach Reflects on Loss to Iraq: 'Proud of Our Performance'

National Team Coach Reflects on Loss to Iraq: 'Proud of Our Performance'

After a tough opening match in the Gulf Cup 26 against defending champions Iraq, national football coach Nourredine Beld Ali expressed pride in his team's performance despite the 1-0 loss. Speaking at a press conference on December 22, 2024, the Algerian coach emphasized that his squad did not...

Yemen National Team Set to Face Iraq in Gulf Cup Opener

Yemen National Team Set to Face Iraq in Gulf Cup Opener

The Yemen national football team is gearing up to face Iraq in their first match of the 26th Gulf Cup, taking place on Sunday, December 22, 2024, in Kuwait. Head coach Noureddine Ould Ali, speaking at a press conference today, emphasized that the team’s preparations have been thorough, ba...

Saudi Crown Prince Celebrates Kingdom's Selection to Host 2034 World Cup

Saudi Crown Prince Celebrates Kingdom's Selection to Host 2034 World Cup

On December 11, 2024, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman announced that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been awarded the honor of hosting the 2034 FIFA World Cup. In a post shared on the official X account of the Crown Prince, seen by Barran Press, he extended his congrat...

Team "Kings of Sheba" Wins the Martyr Hassan Bin Jalal Cup

Team "Kings of Sheba" Wins the Martyr Hassan Bin Jalal Cup

The "Kings of Sheba" team was crowned champion of the Martyr Hassan Bin Jalal Cup on Saturday, November 30, 2024, after defeating the "Ramila" team with a score of 4-1 in the final match held at the Marib Olympic Stadium, attracting a large audience. The tournament, organize...

Gulf Cup 26 Draw Pits Yemen Against Iraq, Last Edition's Champion

Gulf Cup 26 Draw Pits Yemen Against Iraq, Last Edition's Champion

The Gulf Football Federation announced the draw for the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup (Gulf Cup 26) on November 9, 2024. The tournament is set to take place in Kuwait at the end of this year and the beginning of next year. During the draw ceremony, attended by Sheikh Ahmed Al-Essi, President of the Yem...

Yemen's U-20 National Team Qualifies for 2025 AFC Asian Cup

Yemen's U-20 National Team Qualifies for 2025 AFC Asian Cup

The Yemen U-20 football team has successfully qualified for the AFC Asian Cup finals in China in 2025, despite drawing their final match against Indonesia. According to the official Yemeni news agency Saba, the young Yemeni team played to a 1-1 draw with their Indonesian counterparts at Madiya ...