Dubai, January 26, 2026 – The Al-Ittihad team, representing Libyan basketball, suffered its second consecutive loss in the currently held Dubai International Championship in the United Arab Emirates, after falling to the Syrian Al-Wahda team with a score of 96–91. The match took place at the Al-Nasr Club hall.
The match saw a strong start for Al-Ittihad, which ended the first quarter leading 26–24, before continuing its dominance in the second quarter, which ended 19–17, concluding the first half in its favor with a score of 45–41.
In the second half, the Syrian Al-Wahda team came back strong, securing the third quarter in its favor with a score of 31–27, then continued its dominance in the fourth quarter, which ended 24–19, ultimately winning the match by a five-point margin.
Dubai
Dubai is a major global city and emirate in the United Arab Emirates, historically known as a small fishing and pearling village. Its modern transformation began with the discovery of oil in the 1960s, which funded massive infrastructure projects and its subsequent rise as a hub for trade, tourism, and finance. Today, it is famous for its ultramodern architecture, luxury shopping, and ambitious landmarks like the Burj Khalifa.
Al-Ittihad
Al-Ittihad is a historic football club based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, founded in 1927. It is one of the oldest and most successful clubs in the country, with a rich history of winning numerous domestic and Asian championships. The club is a major pillar of Saudi sports culture and has a famous rivalry with Al-Hilal.
Libyan
Libya is a North African country with a rich history that includes ancient Phoenician, Greek, and Roman settlements, most notably at the UNESCO site of Leptis Magna. Following periods of Arab, Ottoman, and Italian colonial rule, it gained independence in 1951. Its modern history was dominated by the 42-year rule of Muammar Gaddafi until the 2011 revolution and subsequent period of instability.
Dubai International Championship
The Dubai International Championship is a professional golf tournament on the European Tour, first held in 2009. It was created as a flagship event at the Jumeirah Golf Estates, featuring its famous Earth course, and has historically served as the season-ending finale for the tour’s Race to Dubai.
United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates is a federation of seven emirates on the Arabian Peninsula, formally established in 1971 after the end of British treaty protection. Historically a region of pearl diving and trade, its modern history and global prominence are fundamentally linked to the discovery and export of oil beginning in the mid-20th century.
Syrian
Syria is a country in the Middle East with a rich history as one of the world’s oldest centers of civilization, home to ancient cities like Damascus and Aleppo. Its numerous cultural sites, such as the ruins of Palmyra and the Krak des Chevaliers castle, reflect millennia of influence from various empires and peoples.
Al-Wahda
Al-Wahda, meaning “unity” in Arabic, is a common name for significant public projects and landmarks across the Arab world, often symbolizing national cohesion. For example, the Al-Wahda Dam on the Yarmouk River is a major water storage and hydroelectric facility completed in a 2004 agreement between Syria and Jordan. Similarly, many cities feature “Al-Wahda” squares, stadiums, or neighborhoods that serve as central gathering points, typically developed in the modern post-colonial era.
Al-Nasr Club hall
Al-Nasr Club hall is a multi-purpose indoor arena located in Cairo, Egypt, primarily serving as the home venue for the Al-Nasr Sporting Club’s handball and other indoor sports teams. It was historically significant as the site of the first official volleyball match in Africa in 1947. The hall remains an active sports and cultural venue within the club’s larger complex.
