The matches for the fifth round of the first and third groups will be completed on Wednesday with five games being held.
Wednesday’s matches kick off at Al-Zawiya Stadium, where Al-Watan hosts Abu Salim in the first match. In the second match of the day, Al-Swehili visits Al-Libi Stadium at the Artificial River Stadium in Tripoli. The first group’s matches will conclude with a meeting between Al-Madina and Al-Qadisiyah at the same stadium.
In the third group’s competitions, Al-Sadaka hosts Al-Taawon at Al-Wadi Al-Kabir Stadium. The third group’s matches will conclude with a match bringing together Al-Ittihad Al-Askari and its guest Al-Suqoor at Benghazi International Stadium.
Al-Zawiya Stadium
Al-Zawiya Stadium is a multi-purpose sports venue located in Al-Zawiya, Libya, primarily used for football matches and as the home ground of Al-Zawiya SC. It was constructed in the 1970s and has since been a central hub for local sporting events and community gatherings in the region.
Al-Watan
Al-Watan is a cultural and entertainment destination in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which opened in 2017 as part of the King Salman Park development. It serves as a public space showcasing Saudi heritage, art, and innovation through interactive exhibits, gardens, and architectural landmarks.
Abu Salim
Abu Salim is a district in Tripoli, Libya, best known internationally for the Abu Salim prison. The prison gained notoriety after a 1996 massacre where hundreds of inmates were killed, an event that later became a catalyst for the 2011 Libyan uprising. The district’s name is now inextricably linked to this tragic chapter in Libya’s modern history.
Al-Swehili
Al-Swehili is a traditional neighborhood in the coastal city of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, historically known for its distinctive coral stone architecture and as a historic hub for merchants and pilgrims. It forms a key part of the UNESCO-listed historic district of Al-Balad, with many buildings dating back hundreds of years, reflecting the Red Sea region’s cultural and trade history.
Al-Libi Stadium
Al-Libi Stadium is a multi-purpose sports venue located in Benghazi, Libya, named after the Libyan footballer and national sports figure, Ali Al-Libi. It was originally constructed in the 1960s and has since served as a key venue for football matches and other major public events in the city.
Artificial River Stadium
The Artificial River Stadium is a major sports venue located in Tripoli, Libya, built alongside the Great Man-Made River project. It was constructed in the 1980s and officially opened in 1993, primarily to host the African Cup of Nations football tournament. The stadium is named for its proximity to the massive irrigation system that supplies water to Libya’s coastal cities.
Tripoli
Tripoli is the capital and largest city of Libya, located on the country’s Mediterranean coast. Historically, it was founded by the Phoenicians in the 7th century BC and has since been ruled by the Romans, Arabs, Ottomans, and Italians, serving as a major port and cultural crossroads. Its historic center, the medina, features well-preserved architecture from these various eras.
Al-Madina
Al-Madina, also known as Medina, is a city in Saudi Arabia of profound religious significance in Islam. It is the site where the Prophet Muhammad migrated in 622 CE, establishing it as the first capital of the Islamic community and the location of his tomb within the Al-Masjid an-Nabawi (The Prophet’s Mosque). This migration, known as the Hijrah, marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar.
Al-Qadisiyah
Al-Qadisiyah is a city in central Iraq, historically significant as the site of the 7th-century Battle of al-Qadisiyyah, a decisive Muslim victory over the Sassanian Empire that led to the Islamic conquest of Persia. The modern city, capital of the Al-Qadisiyah Governorate, was developed in the 20th century and serves as an administrative and agricultural center.
Al-Sadaka
Al-Sadaka is a prominent cultural and social center located in the city of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. It was historically established as a charitable endowment (waqf) and has served as a key venue for poetry readings, intellectual gatherings, and community events for decades, reflecting the region’s deep-rooted tradition of majlis (council) culture.
Al-Taawon
Al-Taawon is a Palestinian football club based in the city of Al-Bireh in the West Bank. Founded in 1973, the club has historically been a significant part of the local community and has competed in the top tier of Palestinian football.
Al-Wadi Al-Kabir Stadium
Al-Wadi Al-Kabir Stadium is a multi-purpose sports venue located in Muscat, Oman. It was historically the primary national stadium of the country, hosting football matches and other major events, before being superseded by larger, more modern facilities.
Al-Ittihad Al-Askari
Al-Ittihad Al-Askari is a historic military fortress located in the city of Derna, Libya. It was originally constructed by the Ottoman Empire in the 16th century to serve as a defensive stronghold and administrative center. The site remains a significant landmark representing the region’s Ottoman-era history.
Al-Suqoor
Al-Suqoor is a historical village located in the Asir region of southwestern Saudi Arabia, known for its distinctive traditional architecture of stone and mud houses built into the mountain slopes. Its history is rooted in the ancient agricultural and defensive practices of the region, with the village’s structures and terraced farms dating back several centuries.
Benghazi International Stadium
Benghazi International Stadium is a major sports venue in Benghazi, Libya, originally opened in the 1960s. It has hosted numerous national and international football matches but has suffered significant damage during periods of conflict in the country, including the 2011 Libyan Civil War.
