Al Rayyan edge Al Shamal on penalties to set up Qatar Cup final with …

Doha, Qatar: Al Rayyan defeated Al Shamal 5-4 on penalties after a gripping 3-3 draw at Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium to set up a mouth-watering Qatar Cup final against defending champions Al Sadd on December 11.

Al Sadd defeated Al Gharafa 2-1 in the first semi-final. The final will also be played at Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium. milkshakeslot.lat

Roger Guedes put Al Rayyan ahead in the 24th minute, striking from the centre of the box after a low cross from Daoud Soliman.

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Al Shamal responded strongly, with Wesley Said equalising just three minutes later after dispossessing Andre Amaro and comfortably slotting the ball past Mahmoud Abunada.

Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane put Al Shamal in front in the 54th minute after latching onto a through pass from Said, who then scored his second nine minutes later.

Guedes pulled one back from the penalty spot in the 74th minute before Julien de Sart levelled the score in the sixth minute of stoppage time, finishing from Guedes’ assist.Al Sadd's Mohamed Manai celebrates after scoring against Al Gharafa.

Baghdad Bounedjah appeared to win it for Al Shamal a minute later, sparking wild celebrations, but the goal was disallowed for a foul, sending the match to a penalty shootout.

Abunada saved Fahad Waad’s effort, while Romdhane scooped his shot over the bar as Al Rayyan held their nerve. Andre Amaro then converted the decisive penalty to seal a thrilling victory.

Al Sadd fight back to down Al Gharafa

Eyeing their 10th crown, Al Sadd had to come from behind after Frank Magri fired Al Gharafa into a 14th-minute lead at Khalifa International Stadium.

Yacine Brahimi set up the goal, picking out Magri with a back pass before the Cameroonian international finished with a delicate side-footed touch.

Al Sadd piled on the pressure and were rewarded in the 26th minute when Hashim Ali clinically slotted the ball into the right corner from the edge of the box following a corner kick.

The Wolves went ahead two minutes before half-time, with Akram Afif crafting the goal after a run from the left. He sent the ball to Mohamed Manai, who finished with a backheel flick from the centre of the box.

As Al Gharafa searched for an equaliser, Magri squandered a good chance by sending his effort well over the bar, while a header from Ferjani Sassi went just wide.

Al Gharafa suffered another setback with three minutes remaining when Rayyan Al-Ali was sent off for pushing goal-bound Hasan Al Haydos. Al Sadd held on to secure their place in the final.Al Sadd's Hassan Al Haydos (left) celebrates with teammate Guilherme Torres.

Man of the match Saad Al Sheeb said the team showed character to secure the victory and book their place in the final.

“Thank Allah for the victory. We were the better team in the first half, while Al Gharafa were stronger offensively after the break, but the most important thing was to secure the win and reach the final. I thank our fans for their great support.

“Our season is still long and requires full focus, and we will continue giving our best in every tournament to achieve our goals,” he added.

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Basketball Federation has approved the schedule for the first stage of the Under-19 Basketball League for the 2026-2027 sports season, featuring 36 matches across nine rounds at the Federation Hall.

Nine teams will compete: Qatar Club, Al Sadd, Al Rayyan, Al Arabi, Al Gharafa, Al Wakrah, Al Ahli, Al Shamal and Al Khor.

The competition begins on September 14 with Al Khor vs Al Sadd, Al Wakrah vs Al Arabi, Al Shamal vs Qatar Club and Al Ahli vs Al Rayyan.

On September 21, Qatar SC face Al Wakrah, Al Rayyan meet Al Shamal, Al Arabi play Al Khor and Al Sadd meet Al Gharafa. September 28 will see Al Wakrah face Al Rayyan, Al Khor meet Qatar Club, Al Gharafa play Al Arabi and Al Shamal take on Al Ahli. On October 5, Al Rayyan face Al Khor, Al Ahli meet Al Wakrah, Qatar Club play Al Gharafa and Al Arabi take on Al Sadd.

On November 3, Al Khor face Al Ahli, Al Gharafa meet Al Rayyan, Al Sadd play Qatar Club and Al Wakrah take on Al Shamal. November 10 will feature Al Ahli vs Al Gharafa, Al Shamal vs Al Khor, Al Rayyan vs Al Sadd and Qatar Club vs Al Arabi.

On November 16, Al Sadd face Al Ahli, Al Arabi meet Al Rayyan, Al Gharafa play Al Shamal and Al Khor take on Al Wakrah. November 23 will see Al Ahli face Al Arabi, Al Shamal meet Al Sadd, Al Wakrah play Al Gharafa and Al Rayyan take on Qatar Club.

The first stage concludes on November 30 with Al Arabi vs Al Shamal, Qatar Club vs Al Ahli, Al Sadd vs Al Wakrah and Al Gharafa vs Al Khor.

Doha, Qatar: Aspire Zone Foundation is set to host the sixth edition of the Seashore Phoenix Games Fitness Championship, organised by Erada Fitness, bringing together a selection of athletes and fitness enthusiasts in a series of competitions that test strength, endurance, speed, and physical performance.

The championship is considered one of the leading annual fitness events, featuring a variety of competitions for men and women across several categories. Participants will test their physical and mental abilities through a series of challenges and workouts requiring high levels of strength, fitness, and endurance.

The men’s competitions will take place from Thursday, September 10, to Saturday, September 12, 2026, while the women’s competitions will be held on Sunday, September 13, and Monday, September 14, 2026. The women’s competitions will be exclusively for women, while the men’s competitions will be open to all. The championship will be held across several Aspire Zone facilities, including the Ladies Sports Hall, Aspire Park, and Aspire Dome, in addition to a dedicated entertainment area for visitors and spectators throughout the championship. The area will feature a variety of shops, restaurants, and cafés, providing an integrated experience for attendees alongside the sporting competitions.

The men’s competitions will feature several categories, including Advanced Arab Men, Masters 40+, Men’s Teams of Three, and Men’s Community Teams of Three.

The women’s competitions will include Advanced Arab Women, Women’s Teams of Two, and Women’s Beginner Teams of Two.

This year’s edition is held under the official sponsorship of Aspire Zone Foundation, with Seashore Group serving as the Presenting Sponsor and Qatar Calendar as the Strategic Sponsor. Al Kass Sports Channels will serve as the Official Broadcaster, while the championship is organised by Erada Fitness