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Qatar Tribune
3 days ago
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
QBF approves 2025-26 season agenda, new system for men's league
Tribune News Network Doha The Board of Directors of the Qatar Basketball Federation (QBF) approved the programme for 2025-26 season besides a new system for the men's league during the second meeting held at the federation's headquarters on Wednesday. The meeting was presided over by QBF President Mohammed bin Saad Al Mughaiseeb and attended by Saadoun Sabah Al Kuwari, QBF Secretary General, and Ahmed Yousef Mohammed Mubarak Al Darwish, QBF Assistant-Secretary. The meeting also featured board members: Abdullah Sultan Al Jaber, Abdulrahman Hamad Mohammed Al Mana, Mishaal Abdullah Yousef Al Malki, and Zahra Majed Burhan Al Zaidan, the sole female member on the board. Mohammed bin Saad Al Mughaiseeb expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the board members for their significant contributions during the 2024-25 sports season. Several critical topics were discussed during the meeting, particularly the approval of the agenda for the upcoming 2025-26 season, a detailed presentation of the national teams' forthcoming foreign participation schedule, and a dialogue regarding the implementation of the strategic plans previously established by the Federation to enhance the game, broaden its reach, and improve its visibility both locally and internationally. The federation approved several vital decisions, including the discussion and endorsement of the Competitions Committee's recommendations and the establishment of the calendar and activities for the forthcoming season. Additionally, the federation introduced new modifications to the men's league competition considering the unique characteristics of the impending phase as Qatar prepares to host the prestigious 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup, which is set to take place for the first time in the Middle East and North Africa region from August 27 to September 12, 2027. The new men's league system is set to be implemented across all clubs associated with QBF in the near future. As per the sanctioned schedule, the men's general basketball league is scheduled to take place from October 25, 2025, to February 16, 2026. The initial round of matches will be held between October 25 and December 25, 2025, while the subsequent round of matches to take place from December 31, 2025, to January 29, 2026. The semi-finals are planned for February 5 to 9, 2026, and the final round is slated from February 12 to 16, 2026. Following this, the Qatar Cup for men will commence from February 23 and continue till March 9, 2026. The principal men's tournaments will conclude with Amir Cup, scheduled from March 26 to April 23, 2026. The Under-19 league is set to run from September 15, 2025, to May 28, 2026. It will consist of two segments: the first from September 15 to December 1, 2025, and the second from January 20 to May 28, 2026. The U-19 Qatar Cup is scheduled for May 4 to 27, 2026. The league for Under-16 will take place from September 14, 2025, to May 26, 2026, and will also be divided into two segments: the first from September 14 to November 30, 2025, and the second from January 18 to May 26, 2026. The Qatar Cup is scheduled to take place from May 3 to May 26, 2026, while the Qatar Cup for Under-16 will be from March 30 to May 23, 2026. The U-14 league's first section will be held from September 13 to November 29, 2025, whereas the matches for the second division will be held from January 17 to April 25, 2026. Additionally, the Qatar U-14 Cup is planned for May 2 to May 25, 2026. The seasonal agenda further encompasses the organization of sports festivals aimed at younger age groups, specifically Under-9 and Under-12, from November 1, 2025, to May 16, 2026. This initiative is part of the association's commitment to fostering a culture of the game from an early age. As for women's basketball, it was decided to conduct festivals for girls from January 17 to February 10, 2026. The Under-15 Girls League is scheduled from January 16 to May 25, 2026, and the Under-18 Girls League will take place during the same time. The Women's General League is also set to be held from January 17 to May 25, 2026. At the end of its meeting, QBF reiterated its unwavering dedication to executing its development plans and annual calendar in alignment with the highest organizational standards. The commitment aims to fulfill the aspirations of the Qatari basketball community and to enhance the preparedness of national teams and clubs for forthcoming local and international events, particularly the hosting of 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup.
Qatar Tribune
3 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
QIIB announces winners of its Visa credit card campaign
Tribune News Network Doha QIIB has announced the names of the winners of its special promotional campaign launched in celebration of the 2025 Amir Cup football tournament. The campaign targeted holders of QIIB-issued Visa credit cards. Each winner received a cash prize of QAR 100,000, with total prizes amounting to QAR 500,000. The prize draw was held at QIIB's headquarters under the supervision of a representative from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and in the presence of relevant QIIB officials. The winners received their prizes during a ceremony held at the Bank's headquarters, attended by the winners and several senior QIIB executives. The five winners, as determined by the draw, are: Hamad Ali, Fahad Ali AlHanzab, Faisal Ebrahim Al Mohsin, Mohamed Khalil Al-Darwish, and Fahad Hassan Al-Hajri. The campaign was launched on May 6 and ran through May 24, 2025, covering all QIIB Visa credit cardholders. Customers were automatically entered into the draw upon meeting the specified spending criteria during the campaign period. Under the campaign terms, any customer who spent a total of at least QAR 10,000 using any QIIB Visa credit card was automatically entered into the draw. Customers earned one entry for every QAR 100 spent locally, and two entries for every QAR 100 spent internationally or through e-commerce. On the occasion of presenting the Amir Cup campaign prizes to the winners, Talal Al-Jaidah, Head of Banking Products at QIIB, stated: 'We extend our warmest congratulations to the winners. We are truly delighted to present these valuable cash prizes as part of this campaign, launched in celebration of the Amir Cup one of Qatar's most prominent sporting events. The campaign received an enthusiastic response from our customers, reflecting their strong trust in our services, campaigns, and exclusive offers'. He added: 'This campaign reflects our strategy to align banking services with major national sporting events. It strengthens customer loyalty and provides real added value whenever they use their QIIB banking cards'. Al-Jaidah further noted: 'At QIIB, we are committed to continuously enhancing our products, services, and promotional offers to meet our customers' expectations—both in terms of valuable benefits and a rich, rewarding user experience'. He continued: 'Major sporting events like the Amir Cup are a great opportunity to connect with the community and promote a sense of shared spirit. As the tournament's official sponsor, we're proud to support it in meaningful ways, through initiatives that truly speak to our customers' interests and passions'. He concluded: 'Once again, I extend my congratulations to the five winners and thank all our customers who took part in the campaign. Looking ahead, we are excited to introduce more outstanding campaigns and offers that will further enrich the customer experience and drive continued innovation in the way we deliver our banking services'.
Arab Times
18-06-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait Club renews Al-Dhafiri and Al-Hoshan contracts ahead of new season
KUWAIT CITY, June 18: Kuwait Club has officially renewed the contracts of veteran midfielder Ahmed Al-Dhafiri and standout goalkeeper Saud Al-Hoshan, though the club has not disclosed the duration or financial terms of the agreements. Al-Dhafiri, 33, has been a consistent performer for the "Whites" since joining from Al-Qadsiya three seasons ago. His experience and leadership played a crucial role in the Kuwait Club's historic treble in the 2024–2025 season, which included the Super Cup, Zain Premier League title, and the Crown Prince Cup. He also helped the team reach the final of the Amir Cup, which was postponed due to the current regional circumstances. Previously, Al-Dhafiri enjoyed a long stint with Al-Qadsiya from 2013 to 2022, including a loan move to Saudi Arabia's Al-Qadsiya in 2017. On the international stage, he has earned 63 caps with the Kuwait national team, scoring three goals. Throughout his club career, Al-Dhafiri contributed to multiple championship victories. With Al-Qadsia, he secured league titles in the 2013–14 and 2015–16 seasons, the Federation Cup in 2018–19, the Amir Cup in 2014–15, the Crown Prince Cup in 2013–14 and 2017–18, and the prestigious AFC Cup and Super Cup in 2014. Meanwhile, goalkeeper Saud Al-Hoshan has solidified his place as a key figure in Kuwait Club's starting lineup. His impressive performances have also earned him recent call-ups to the national team, reflecting his growing prominence between the posts. The renewal of both contracts signals Kuwait SC's commitment to maintaining a stable and competitive squad heading into the new season.
Arab Times
15-06-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait Football Association postpones Amir Cup final
KUWAIT CITY, June 15, (KUNA): The Kuwait Football Association (KFA) announced on Sunday the postponement of the final match of His Highness the Amir Cup, originally scheduled for Monday, citing regional circumstances. In an official statement, the KFA confirmed that the highly anticipated clash between Al-Arabi and Kuwait Club will be rescheduled in coordination with relevant authorities. The association emphasized its commitment to ensuring that sporting events are held in a secure and stable environment, expressing appreciation to the clubs and fans for their understanding and support.
Arab Times
12-06-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait Club seeks clean sweep as Al-Arabi hopes to end trophy drought in Amir Cup final
KUWAIT CITY, June 12: Kuwait Club and Al-Arabi have intensified their preparations ahead of their much-anticipated Amir Cup final, scheduled for Monday at 7:15 pm at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium. Both clubs finalized their squads following the return of their international players. Kuwait SC's delegation returned from Seoul after concluding their campaign in the 2026 World Cup Asian qualifiers, while Al-Arabi welcomed back its national team stars as well. Kuwait Club players returning: Saud Al-Hoshan, Fahad Al-Hajri, Ahmed Al-Dhafiri, Ahmed Al-Zanki, Youssef Nasser, Mohammed Daham, Reda Hani, Mishari Ghannam. Al-Arabi players returning: Suleiman Abdul Ghafoor, Abdul Wahab Al-Awadhi Hassan Hamdan, Mohammed Al-Nassar, Hussein Ashkanani, Youssef Majed. Uncertainty surrounds the participation of Youssef Nasser and Hassan Hamdan in the final. Nasser suffered an injury during Kuwait's recent match against South Korea and did not complete the game, while Hamdan was sidelined entirely. Kuwait Club is chasing a historic domestic quadruple, having already secured the Zain Premier League, Crown Prince Cup, and Super Cup this season. A win in the Amir Cup final would cap off a dominant campaign. Al-Arabi, on the other hand, is aiming for redemption after finishing as runner-up in both the league and the Crown Prince Cup. Despite the setbacks, the club recently made a notable jump of 57 spots in the IFFHS global club rankings, now sitting at 411th worldwide and leading all Kuwaiti clubs. The team also made a deep run in the Asian Challenge League, bowing out in the semifinals to Tajikistan's Arkadag.
