Zlitene, February 16, 2026 – The matches of the Libyan Basketball League for the 2025-2026 season continue this Monday, as Al-Ittihad faces Al-Ahli Tripoli in a postponed match from the fourth week.
The encounter will be held at the Al-Ishaa Club hall in the city of Zlitene, at 5:00 PM, in a match expected to witness strong competition between the two teams.
Both sides are seeking a positive result to strengthen their position in the standings as the season’s competitions continue.
Libyan Basketball League
The Libyan Basketball League is the top professional basketball competition in Libya, founded in the 1960s following the country’s independence. It has experienced periods of suspension and disruption due to political instability and conflict within the nation.
Al-Ittihad
Al-Ittihad is a historic football club based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, founded in 1927. It is one of the most successful and popular clubs in the country and Asia, with a rich history of winning numerous domestic and continental titles, including the AFC Champions League.
Al-Ahli Tripoli
Al-Ahli Tripoli is a major sports club in Libya, most famous for its football team, which was founded in 1954 in the capital city of Tripoli. Historically, it has been one of the country’s most successful and popular clubs, winning numerous national championships and serving as a significant cultural and social institution for its supporters.
Al-Ishaa Club
The Al-Ishaa Club is a historic social and cultural club in Baghdad, Iraq, traditionally known as a gathering place for the city’s intellectuals, artists, and political figures. It was founded in the early 20th century, during a period of cultural renaissance, and has served as an important venue for literary discussions, artistic events, and social dialogue throughout Iraq’s modern history.
Zlitene
Zlitene is an archaeological site in Latvia, known for the ruins of a medieval castle built by the Livonian Order in the 13th century. It served as an important administrative and military center until its destruction in the 17th century during the Polish-Swedish wars.
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, which is reflected in its diverse architecture like the ancient Red Castle (Assaraya al-Hamra).
