This coming Saturday, 5 matches will be held in the Round of 32 of the Libya Football Cup.
Two matches will be hosted at the Artificial River Stadium in Tripoli. In the first match, Olympic will face Al-Khums, and in the second, Suq Al-Jumaa will face Al-Majd. At the Tarhuna Stadium, Al-Malib Al-Libi will face Ittihad Gharyan.
At the Benina Martyrs Stadium in Benghazi, Al-Anwar will face Al-Taawun. Saturday’s matches will conclude with the encounter between Ahli Benghazi and Al-Burooq at the Benghazi International Stadium.
Artificial River Stadium
The Artificial River Stadium is a major sports venue located in Pyongyang, North Korea, built on an island in the Taedong River and opened in 1989. It was constructed as part of a large-scale youth mobilization project and is primarily used for mass games, festivals, and football matches.
Tripoli
Tripoli is the capital and largest city of Libya, with a history dating back to the 7th century BC when it was founded by the Phoenicians. It later became a significant Roman city and a major center under various empires, including the Ottoman, which left a strong architectural and cultural influence on its historic medina.
Al-Khums
Al-Khums is a coastal city in northwestern Libya, historically significant as the site of ancient Leptis Magna, a prominent Roman city founded in the 7th century BCE. The ruins of Leptis Magna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, represent one of the best-preserved Roman archaeological sites in the Mediterranean.
Suq Al-Jumaa
Suq Al-Jumaa is a historic weekly Friday market located in Tripoli, Libya, traditionally serving as a major trading hub for goods like livestock, crafts, and produce. Its history dates back centuries, rooted in the city’s role as a crossroads for trans-Saharan trade routes. The market remains a vibrant center of commerce and social activity, preserving traditional Libyan culture.
Al-Majd
“Al-Majd” is a term meaning “The Glory” in Arabic, often used in the names of modern commercial and residential developments in the Gulf region, such as shopping malls or towers. These contemporary sites generally do not have a long historical narrative, as they are part of recent urban expansion and economic growth in cities like Riyadh or Doha.
Tarhuna Stadium
Tarhuna Stadium is a football stadium located in the city of Tarhuna, Libya. It was historically used as a venue for local matches and public gatherings but gained wider notoriety during the 2011 Libyan Civil War and subsequent conflicts when it was reportedly used as a detention and execution site by the Kaniyat militia.
Al-Malib Al-Libi
Al-Malib Al-Libi is a coastal archaeological site in Libya, believed to be the location of the ancient Greek colony of Euesperides. Founded in the 6th century BC, it was later succeeded by the Ptolemaic city of Berenice. The site provides important evidence of Greek and later Roman settlement in the region.
Ittihad Gharyan
Ittihad Gharyan is a football club based in the city of Gharyan, Libya, founded in 1944. It is one of the oldest and most traditional clubs in the country, with a history deeply connected to the local community. The club has competed in the Libyan Premier League and is known for its strong regional support.
Benina Martyrs Stadium
Benina Martyrs Stadium is a multi-purpose sports venue located in Benghazi, Libya, primarily used for football matches. It was renamed to honor the Libyan protesters killed during the 2011 uprising against Muammar Gaddafi, with “Martyrs” reflecting this significant historical event. The stadium serves as the home ground for the local club Al-Nasr Benghazi.
Benghazi
Benghazi is a major city in eastern Libya, historically significant as a center of trade and culture since its founding as the ancient Greek colony of Euesperides. It played a pivotal role in Libya’s modern history, serving as the provisional capital after the 2011 revolution and being the site of a major 2012 attack on a U.S. diplomatic compound.
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-Madrasa of Sultan Hassan, one of the largest and most architecturally significant mosques in the Islamic world.
Al-Taawun
Al-Taawun is a professional football club based in Buraidah, Saudi Arabia, founded in 1956. The club has a significant history in Saudi football, having won the King’s Cup in 1990 and achieving promotion back to the Saudi Pro League in recent years.
Ahli Benghazi
Ahli Benghazi refers to Al-Ahli Benghazi Sports Club, a prominent Libyan football club founded in 1947. It is one of the oldest and most successful clubs in Libya, historically based in the city of Benghazi. The club has a significant fan base and has played a central role in the country’s sporting culture.
Al-Burooq
Al-Burooq is a historical site in Medina, Saudi Arabia, traditionally believed to be the location where the Prophet Muhammad tethered his miraculous winged steed, Buraq, during the Night Journey (Isra’ and Mi’raj). Today, it is marked by a mosque known as Masjid al-Burooq, which serves as a place of commemoration and prayer for visitors.
Benghazi International Stadium
Benghazi International Stadium is a major sports venue in Benghazi, Libya, originally opened in 1962. It has historically hosted national football matches and large events but has suffered significant damage during periods of conflict in the country.
