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a day ago
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Al Nahda, Olympic team win openers in 2025 Khareef Tournament
Muscat, JULY 28 The 2025 Khareef Club Tournament, organised by the Oman Football Association, kicked off at the Al Saada Sports Complex Stadium on Sunday, featuring five clubs along with the Oman Olympic team, divided into two groups. Group A includes Dhofar, Al Nahda and Al Shabab, while Group B consists of Al Nasr, Seeb and the Olympic team. The tournament will run until August 3. The opening round witnessed two intense matches. The first brought together Dhofar and Al Nahda in Group A, where Al Nahda secured a 2-1 victory. The match started with high intensity from Al Nahda, who applied constant pressure through the midfield and flanks. In the 13th minute, Mohammed al Ghafri received a precise pass and fired a strong shot past goalkeeper Mazin al Kasbi to give Al Nahda the lead. Just two minutes later, Azzan al Tamtemi appeared to double the score with a powerful strike, but the goal was overturned after the referee reviewed the play on VAR and ruled it offside. Dhofar gradually gained more control of the ball and managed to equalise in the 40th minute when Fahd al Hajri broke through Al Nahda's defence, went on one with goalkeeper Faiz al Rashidi, and slotted the ball into the net, ending the first half 1-1. In the second half, Al Nahda regained momentum with organised possession and bold attacking moves. In the 60th minute, they were awarded a penalty after a strong challenge from a Dhofar defender. The decision was confirmed by VAR, and Ahmed al Kaabi converted from the spot with a well placed shot to the left of Mazin al Kasbi, restoring Al Nahda's lead. In the closing minutes, both coaches made tactical substitutions, with play mostly concentrated in midfield. Dhofar made some late attempts to equalise, but Al Nahda held firm until the final whistle to claim their first win of the tournament with a 2-1 scoreline. In the second match of the Khareef Championship, the Olympic team earned a deserved 2-0 victory over Al Nasr. The match began with pressure from both sides, and Al Nasr nearly opened the scoring in the eighth minute when Awad al Shahri launched a swift counter attack, but goalkeeper Ibrahim al Kindi made an excellent save. In the 24th minute, the Olympic team responded with a well-organised play that ended with Masoud al Bahri firing a powerful shot into the net, putting the Olympic team ahead. Al Nasr pushed for an equaliser, with their best chance coming in the 29th minute when Al Mutasim al Noubi's shot went narrowly wide. Another opportunity came before half-time through Jassim al Noubi, but the Olympic defence intervened at the last moment, ending the first half with the Olympic team leading 1-0. The second half saw both teams maintain the same line-ups and continue exchanging attacks. The Olympic team doubled their lead in the 70th minute through substitute Yasar al Balushi, who unleashed a superb strike into the net. Al Nasr tried to reduce the deficit in the closing stages, but the Olympic defence handled the pressure well, sealing a 2-0 win. The tournament continues on Tuesday with two key matches: Al Shabab versus Dhofar at 5 pm, and Seeb versus Al Nasr at 8:30 pm. Al Shabab, led by national coach Hassan Rustam, will aim to maintain their positive momentum after winning the Super Cup, while Dhofar, under Musbah al Saadi, seeks to recover from their opening loss. The Seeb-Al Nasr clash is expected to be closely fought, with Seeb looking to bounce back from their Super Cup defeat, and Al Nasr hoping to improve after their loss to the Olympic team. The tournament will proceed as scheduled, with the second round on July 29 and the third round on July 31. The competition will conclude on August 3 with the final match between the group leaders to determine the Khareef Club Championship winner.
Observer
2 days ago
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Seeb thrash Saham as Al Nahda and Al Salam share points
MUSCAT, JULY 27 The fifth round of the 2025 Youth Hockey League continues on Monday (today), with three anticipated, the Oman Hockey Stadium in Al Amaret will host a match between Ahli Sidab and Al Salam, in a clash where both teams aim to secure the three points to improve their positions on the standings. At the same time, the hockey field at Sohar Sports Complex will witness a strong encounter between Masirah and Seeb. Meanwhile, the third match will take place at the Sultan Qaboos Complex for Culture and Entertainment in Salalah, where Al Ittihad will face Salalah in a game expected to be filled with competitiveness and excitement. AL NAHDA AND AL SALAM SHARE POINTS The fourth round of the league produced several notable results, most notably the 1-1 draw between Al Nahda and Al Salam at the Sohar Sports Complex hockey field. The match was fiercely contested from the first quarter, especially since the two teams had previously drawn in their third-round encounter, adding a competitive edge to the match. Al Nahda nearly opened the scoring with a well-organised attack led by Yassin al Alawi, but Al Salam's defence intervened just in time. Mohamed al Raisi responded for Al Salam with a dangerous attempt that was blocked by Al Nahda's defence, and the first quarter ended in a goalless draw. In the second quarter, both teams continued to share control of the match, but a lack of precision in the final touch prevented any goals, keeping the score 0-0 at halftime. The breakthrough came in the third quarter when Mansour al Raisi scored the opening goal for Al Nahda from a swift counterattack, exploiting a gap in the defence. The game's intensity rose as Al Salam tried to equalise, while Al Nahda relied on counterattacks that nearly produced a second goal, but luck was not on their side. In the final quarter, Al Salam came out with a strong attacking intent and managed to equalise through a well-placed shot by Naif al Maamari inside the penalty area. Both teams pushed for a winning goal in the closing minutes, but the match ended in a 1-1 draw, marked by excitement and balance until the final whistle. SEEB CRUSH SAHAM 7-0 In another match of the same round, Seeb achieved a dominant 7-0 victory over Saham at the Seeb Club hockey field. Seeb controlled the game from the outset, with Fahad bin Khamis al Balushi opening the scoring in the sixth minute, followed just two minutes later by a second goal from Mohammed bin Abdullah al Shibli, capitalising on a quick counterattack. Saham tried to reduce the deficit through Majid al Maamari, but Seeb's defence remained alert, and the first quarter ended 2-0. In the second quarter, Saham continued their attacking attempts but failed to create real danger. Seeb responded through Al Waleed al Raisi, who scored the third goal from a penalty corner. With Saham's performance declining, Seeb took advantage and added a fourth goal through Hassan Darwish al Balushi in the 24th minute, ending the quarter 4-0. Seeb's dominance continued in the third quarter as they earned another penalty corner, which Mohamed Saeed al Shibli converted into the fifth goal. Seeb maintained their pressure and earned yet another penalty corner, from which Al Waleed al Raisi scored his second personal goal and the team's sixth in the 36th minute, ending the third quarter with a 6-0 lead. In the final quarter, Al Yazan al Batashi capped off Seeb's strong performance with a seventh goal, sealing a sweeping 7-0 victory.
Observer
4 days ago
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Seeb dominate, Al Ittihad impress, Al Nahda and Al Salam share spoils
MUSCAT: The fourth round of the 2025 U18 Hockey League continues this evening, Saturday, with two anticipated matches. The Sohar Sports Complex will host the clash between Al Salam and Al Nahda, while the Seeb Club hockey field will witness the face-off between Seeb and Saham. Teams are vying to continue their journey in the league and improve their standings in the table. Round three produced a total of nine goals. Al Nahda and Al Salam played to an exciting 1-1 draw. Seeb secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Saham, while Al Ittihad defeated Salalah 2-0. Al Nahda and Al Salam settle for a draw Al Nahda and Al Salam drew 1-1 at Sohar Sports Complex in a thrilling and closely contested match. Al Salam struck early in the 3rd minute through Humam bin Nuwaf al Raisi, capitalising on defensive confusion from Al Nahda. The latter regrouped and launched several attacks, but Al Salam's goalkeeper stood firm. In the second quarter, Al Nahda increased their attacking pressure and came close to equalising multiple times, while Al Salam aimed to extend their lead but failed. The half ended with Al Salam ahead 1-0. The third quarter was tactically balanced, with both teams sharing possession but failing to threaten the goals effectively. In the final quarter, Al Nahda finally broke Al Salam's defence, with Yaseen al Alawi scoring the equaliser in the 49th minute. The remaining minutes were filled with tense attempts by both sides to snatch the winner, but the match ended in a 1-1 draw. Seeb thrash Saham 5-0 At Sohar Sports Complex, Seeb delivered one of their strongest performances, routing Saham 5-0. The first half was relatively balanced, with both teams exchanging chances but no real threat on goal, ending the half 0-0. The game turned in the third quarter as Seeb took total control. Hassan Darwish al Balushi opened the scoring in the 33rd minute. Just a minute later, Abdulkarim bin Mohammed al Balushi made it 2-0, followed by a third goal from Mohammed al Shibli in the same minute, exploiting Saham's defensive collapse. Seeb continued their dominance, with Hassan Darwish al Balushi netting his second and the team's fourth goal in the 40th minute, closing the quarter at 4-0. Saham tried to mount a comeback in the final quarter, but Seeb held firm. Asim bin Jasim al Balushi scored the fifth and final goal in the 49th minute, sealing a comprehensive victory and earning Seeb three valuable points. Al Ittihad Secure valuable win over Salalah Al Ittihad claimed a valuable 2-0 win over Salalah at the the Sultan Qaboos Youth Complex for Culture and Entertainment in Salalah in Salalah.
Observer
20-07-2025
- Sport
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Ahli Sidab, Masirah dominate U-18 league openers
MUSCAT: Ahli Sidab team secured a sweeping 10-0 victory over Al Nahda in the opening match of the Junior U-18 Hockey League , within the first group competitions, held at the Oman Hockey Complex in Al Amerat. Ahli Sidab started the game strongly, opening the scoring early in the 3rd minute through player Rashid al Alawi. Despite Al Nahda's efforts to find an equaliser, both teams exchanged chances until Ahli Sidab doubled their lead in the 14th minute with a goal by Haitham al Wahaibi, ending the first quarter 2-0. In the second quarter, Al Nahda showed improvement and sought to reduce the gap, but Ahli Sidab maintained their lead, keeping the score unchanged at 2-0 by the end of the quarter. The third quarter saw Ahli Sidab increase their tally, with Saeed al Fazari scoring the third goal in the 33rd minute. He then added the fourth goal in the 41st minute, ending the quarter 4-0 in favor of Ahli Sidab. In the final quarter, Al Nahda's performance dropped noticeably, allowing Ahli Sidab to dominate and control the match. Haitham al Wahaibi scored the fifth goal in the 45th minute, followed by Rashid al Alawi's sixth in the 46th. The goals kept coming as Saeed al Fazari netted the seventh in the 48th minute, then Anas al Siyabi added the eighth in the 49th, and again in the 50th minute with the ninth. Haitham al Wahaibi completed the goal festival with the tenth in the 52nd minute, sealing a well deserved 10-0 win for Ahli Sidab. Ahli Sidab started the game strongly, opening the scoring early in the 3rd minute through player Rashid al Alawi Meanwhile, Masirah also registered a dominant win, defeating Saham 11-0 in the opening match of Group Two, held at Sohar Sports Complex. The first quarter was balanced, with both teams exchanging attacks. In the 12th minute, Abbas al Noufali broke the deadlock by scoring the opening goal for Masirah. Saham attempted to level the score in the remaining minutes, but the quarter ended 1-0 for Masirah. In the second quarter, Al Noufali returned to score the second goal from a penalty corner in the 17th minute. Just a minute later, his teammate Al Qasim Said scored the third goal. Al Noufali then completed his hat trick with Masirah's fourth goal, ending the quarter 4-0. Early in the third quarter, Al Fadhl al Noufali added the fifth, followed by Abbas al Noufali's fourth personal and the team's sixth goal. Masirah continued their dominance as Al Qasim Said scored the seventh in the 42nd minute, ending the quarter 7-0. In the final quarter, Al Qasim Said scored the eighth goal, followed by another from Abbas al Noufali, making it 9 0. With Sohar struggling, Al Qasim Said completed his hat trick with the tenth goal in the 55th minute. In the final minute, Abbas al Noufali scored the eleventh and final goal, completing Masirah's emphatic 1-0 win. The Junior Hockey League continues today (Monday) with three matches in the second round. The first game will see Al Salam face Ahli Sidab at the Sohar Sports Complex. The second match features Seeb against Masirah at Seeb Club's hockey field. The round concludes with a match between Al Ittihad and Salalah at the Sultan Qaboos Complex for Culture and Entertainment in Salalah. All matches will kick off at 5 pm.
Khaleej Times
31-05-2025
- General
- Khaleej Times
Eid Al Adha getaway: UAE expats say Jebel Jais' 10°C cooler air, views are 'perfect reset'
As the long Eid Al Adha weekend approaches, many UAE residents are looking for quick getaways to escape the summer heat. For those not planning international travel, Jebel Jais, the UAE's highest peak in Ras Al Khaimah, is proving to be a top pick among residents. About 10 degrees cooler than those in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the temperatures at Jebel Jais hover between 23°C and 30°C, the mountain offers a refreshing break from the city's heat. The cool breeze, winding roads, and peaceful views are drawing residents looking for a quiet and scenic escape. Unplanned trips Shadab Mannar, a digital marketing executive living in Al Nahda, visited Jebel Jais last weekend with a friend. 'We were just driving along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and decided to take a short trip last Sunday. We didn't really plan anything; we just felt like getting away,' he said. 'The city felt too hot and crowded, so we got in the car and ended up at Jebel Jais.' He added that the drive became more enjoyable as they climbed higher into the mountains. 'Honestly, the weather was so pleasant, especially as we went up. It didn't even feel like we were in Middle East summer. We stayed till after sunset, around 9.30 pm, just sitting there enjoying the calm. It was so peaceful and cool.' Shadab now plans to have a short trip with his cousins and friends during the Eid break. 'After that experience, we already decided to drive up again during the long weekend. It's just perfect,' he said. Similarly, Maria Fernandes, a PR executive in Dubai, also found herself at Jebel Jais earlier this week in an unplanned trip with her cousins visiting from Abu Dhabi. 'After lunch, we stepped out just to get some ice cream. One of our friends had to drive to Ras Al Khaimah for some work, so we tagged along,' she said. 'After his work, we were all thinking about what to do next, so we drove up the mountain.' Maria said the change in scenery and temperature was immediate. 'As soon as we hit the mountain road, the air felt cooler and lighter. We had brought sandwiches and tea in a flask, so we stopped at a viewpoint and had a little picnic.' 'It wasn't just the weather, it was the silence, the views, and the break we didn't know we needed. It felt like the perfect reset before starting the workweek again,' she said. 'Away from the malls' Zubair Ahmed, a father of three living in Abu Dhabi, is planning to take his family to Jebel Jais during the upcoming Eid break. 'We will be traveling to Dubai for lunch at my brother's place on Eid Al Adha and then head straight to Jebel Jais in the evening,' he said. 'We usually end up going to the mall or some indoor activity because of the heat. But this time, I wanted to do something different.' He added that several of his friends recently went to the mountain and had only good things to say. 'They told me it's much cooler there in the evenings. The kids are excited about the road trip, and I am just looking forward to spending some time outdoors with them, no screens, no noise, just fresh air and mountains.'
