The draw for the Round of 32 of the Libyan Cup football competition for the Eastern Region has set up a match between Al-Ahly Benghazi and Al-Burooq, while their neighbor Al-Nasr will face Wefaq Ajdabiya.
In the same round, Al-Anwar will face Al-Taawon, and in another match, Al-Sadaqa will meet Al-Andalus.
As for Al-Hilal, the draw placed them against Al-Suqoor, while Al-Akhdar will meet Darnes, and Al-Ittihad Al-Askari will face Al-Murooj, whereas Al-Tahaddy will meet Al-Afriqi.
Libyan Cup
The Libyan Cup is the premier domestic knockout football competition in Libya, first held in 1975. It features clubs from across the country competing in a single-elimination tournament format and is organized by the Libyan Football Federation.
Eastern Region
The Eastern Region is one of Saudi Arabia’s 13 administrative provinces, historically significant as the location of the first commercial oil discovery in the country at Dammam Well No. 7 in 1938. It is home to a rich cultural heritage, including the ancient Dilmun civilization and the UNESCO-listed Al-Ahsa Oasis, one of the world’s largest natural oases.
Al-Ahly Benghazi
Al-Ahly Benghazi is a major sports club in Libya, most famous for its football team, and was founded in 1947 during the post-World War II era. It is one of the country’s oldest and most successful clubs, historically serving as a significant cultural and social institution in the city of Benghazi.
Al-Burooq
Al-Burooq is a historical and cultural site in Saudi Arabia, traditionally identified as the location where the Prophet Muhammad changed his mount (the Buraq) during the Night Journey (Isra’ and Mi’raj). It is marked by a mosque in the historic region of Hejaz, serving as a significant landmark in Islamic tradition.
Al-Nasr
Al-Nasr is a district in Gaza City, Palestine, historically known for its bustling market and residential areas. Its history is deeply intertwined with the broader modern history of Gaza, having been a central urban neighborhood throughout the 20th and 21st centuries.
Wefaq Ajdabiya
Wefaq Ajdabiya is a cultural and social organization based in the city of Ajdabiya, Libya. It is historically known for its role in fostering community cohesion and preserving local heritage, particularly during and after the 2011 Libyan revolution. The group has been involved in various civic initiatives aimed at dialogue and development in the region.
Al-Anwar
Al-Anwar is a historic mosque located in Cairo, Egypt, originally built in the 14th century during the Mamluk era. It is situated within the larger complex of the Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Barquq and is known for its significant Islamic architectural features.
Al-Taawon
Al-Taawon is a Palestinian football club based in the city of Al-Bireh in the West Bank. Founded in 1973, it is one of the most popular and successful clubs in Palestinian football, having won multiple national league and cup titles. The club’s name, which translates to “Cooperation” or “Solidarity,” reflects its deep community roots and role as a symbol of local identity.
Al-Sadaqa
Al-Sadaqa is a historical mosque located in the city of Mosul, Iraq, believed to have been built during the medieval Islamic period. It is known for its traditional architectural style and has served as a significant local religious and community center for centuries.
Al-Andalus
Al-Andalus refers to the Muslim-ruled territories of the Iberian Peninsula from the 8th to the 15th centuries, established after the Umayyad conquest of Hispania. It became a major center of culture, science, and learning in medieval Europe, exemplified by cities like Córdoba and Granada. The period ended with the completion of the Christian Reconquista in 1492.
Al-Hilal
Al-Hilal is a professional football club based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, founded in 1957. It is one of Asia’s most successful clubs, with a record number of Saudi Pro League titles and continental trophies, including multiple AFC Champions League wins. The club has a deep-rooted rivalry with Al-Nassr and is historically associated with the city and royal family.
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 mountainside. Its history is rooted in the ancient agricultural and defensive practices of the region, serving as a fortified settlement for local tribes.
Al-Akhdar
Al-Akhdar, also known as the Green Mountain, is a prominent mountain range in eastern Libya, forming part of the Jebel Akhdar plateau. Historically, it was a fertile and strategic region for ancient Greek colonies like Cyrene and later a center for resistance during the Italian colonization of Libya. Its name, meaning “The Green,” comes from its relatively verdant landscape compared to the surrounding desert.
Darnes
Darnes is a historic coastal fortress located in the city of Cartagena, Spain, originally constructed by the Carthaginians around 227 BC. It was later expanded and used by successive powers, including the Romans and Byzantines, primarily for its strategic defensive position overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
Al-Ittihad Al-Askari
Al-Ittihad Al-Askari is a military museum and historical site located in Tripoli, Libya, housed within the Red Castle (As-Saraya Al-Hamra). It was established in 1988 to showcase Libya’s military history, with exhibits spanning from prehistoric times through the Ottoman and Italian colonial periods to the modern era. The museum’s collection is displayed in the historic castle complex, which itself has served as a fortress and government center for centuries.
Al-Murooj
Al-Murooj is a modern residential and commercial district located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, developed as part of the city’s rapid urban expansion in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Its name, which translates to “The Meadows,” reflects a transformation from open land into a prominent urban area featuring high-rise towers, hotels, and shopping centers.
Al-Tahaddy
Al-Tahaddy is a prominent sports stadium located in Benghazi, Libya, primarily used for football matches. It was inaugurated in the 1960s and has historically served as the home ground for the Al-Nasr sports club. The stadium has been a central venue for major sporting and cultural events in the city for decades.
Al-Afriqi
“Al-Afriqi” is a historical name for the continent of Africa, derived from the Latin “Africus.” It was notably used by medieval Arab geographers, such as in the famous 12th-century map by Al-Idrisi, which referred to the continent as “Al-Ard Al-Afriqi” (the African land). This term reflects the early Islamic world’s geographical knowledge and cartographic contributions.
