Khadija Al-Kubra School in Al-Khums Crowned Libya’s Futsal Champion.
Khadija Al-Kubra School in Al-Khums Crowned Libya’s Futsal Champion.
July 28, 2026 – The team of Khadija al-Kubra School in the city of Al-Khums won the title of the Libyan Five-a-Side Football Championship, hosted by the city of Gharyan and lasting for a week, with the participation of a number of schools from across Libya.
The team’s coronation came after a distinguished run in the tournament, during which they presented remarkable technical levels and a high competitive spirit, securing the title with merit and worthiness.
Upon the delegation’s return to the city of Al-Khums, the team received a spontaneous public welcome in celebration of this sporting achievement, amid an atmosphere of pride and honor, in a scene that reflected the team’s status and the success it achieved.
This title is considered a new achievement added to the record of Khadija al-Kubra School in Al-Khums, embodying the fruits of hard work and team spirit, with wishes for more successes and championships in future competitions.
Khadija al-Kubra School
Khadija al-Kubra School is one of the oldest schools in Tunis, founded in the 19th century by Princess Khadija bint Hussein Bey with the aim of educating girls. It played a pioneering role in spreading modern education among Tunisian women during the French colonial period, and remains to this day a symbol of education and cultural empowerment.
City of Al-Khums
Al-Khums is a coastal city located in northwestern Libya, distinguished by its important historical location, known in ancient times as “Leptis Magna” during the Roman era. The city contains magnificent Roman ruins, such as the Arch of Severus and its ancient theaters, making it a prominent tourist and cultural destination. Today, Al-Khums is an important administrative and economic center in the region.
Libya
Libya is a country located in North Africa, known for its rich historical heritage dating back to ancient times, having been home to Phoenician, Roman, and Islamic civilizations. Among its most prominent cultural landmarks is the archaeological city of Leptis Magna, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, which contains well-preserved Roman ruins. In modern times, Libya witnessed important historical events, such as Italian colonization, its independence in 1951, and the 1969 revolution led by Muammar Gaddafi.
City of Gharyan
Gharyan is a Libyan city located in the Western Mountains (Jabal al-Gharbi), known for its rich cultural and historical heritage. The city was an important center for trade and agriculture, especially in the cultivation of olives and figs, and also played a prominent role in the resistance against Italian colonization during the 20th century. Gharyan is famous for its old houses built of stone and mud, which reflect the traditional architecture of the region.
