The first round matches for Groups One and Three continue on Thursday with five games scheduled.
Starting with Group One, Abu Salim will host Al-Swehly at Al-Nahr Al-Sina’i Stadium. In another match from the same group, the newly promoted Premier League team, Al-Sabah, will welcome Al-Malabi Libya at Misrata Stadium.
The group’s matches will conclude with a clash between last season’s champion, Al-Ahli Tripoli, and Al-Qadisiyah at Al-Nahr Al-Sina’i Stadium.
To wrap up the first round of Group Three, Al-Sadaqa will host Al-Buruq at Al-Wadi Al-Kabir Stadium, and Al-Anwar will face Al-Ahli Benghazi at Bashir Jouda Stadium in Al-Marj.
The first round matches for Groups Two and Four will kick off on the upcoming Friday and Saturday.
Abu Salim
Abu Salim is a district in Tripoli, Libya, best known internationally for the Abu Salim prison. The prison gained notoriety after a 1996 massacre where hundreds of inmates were killed, an event that later became a catalyst for the 2011 Libyan uprising. The district’s name is now inextricably linked to this tragic chapter in Libya’s modern history.
Al-Swehly
Al-Swehly is a neighborhood in Tripoli, Libya, named after the prominent early 20th-century Libyan political and religious leader Ramadan al-Swehly. It is historically significant as a center of education and activism during the Italian colonial period and the subsequent struggle for Libyan independence. The area remains an important cultural and residential district within the city.
Al-Nahr Al-Sina’i Stadium
Al-Nahr Al-Sina’i Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium located in the city of Sidon, Lebanon. It was originally built in the 1960s and is primarily used for football matches, serving as the home ground for Nejmeh SC. The stadium’s name translates to “The Industrial River Stadium,” referencing its location near an industrial waterway.
Al-Sabah
Al-Sabah is the ruling dynasty of Kuwait, founded in 1752 by Sheikh Sabah I bin Jaber. The family has led the country since its establishment, guiding it through tribal consolidation, British protectorate status, and into modern independence as a constitutional emirate.
Al-Malabi Libya
Al-Malabi is a coastal town in northwestern Libya, historically known for its strategic location and role in regional trade. It is also recognized for the nearby archaeological site of Sabratha, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring well-preserved Roman ruins, including a theater from the 2nd century AD.
Misrata Stadium
Misrata Stadium is a major sports venue located in the city of Misrata, Libya. It was constructed in the 1970s and has since served as a key hub for football matches and large public events. The stadium notably became a symbolic site of resistance and was heavily damaged during the 2011 Libyan Civil War.
Al-Ahli Tripoli
Al-Ahli Tripoli is a major sports club in Libya, most famous for its football team, which was founded in 1954. It is one of the country’s oldest and most successful clubs, historically associated with the city of Tripoli and having a large, passionate fan base.
Al-Qadisiyah
Al-Qadisiyah is a historically significant city in modern-day Iraq, best known as the site of the decisive 7th-century Battle of al-Qadisiyyah, where the Rashidun Caliphate’s forces defeated the Sassanian Empire, leading to the Islamic conquest of Persia. Today, it is the capital of Iraq’s Al-Qadisiyah Governorate and serves as an administrative and cultural center in the region.
Al-Sadaqa
Al-Sadaqa is a historic mosque located in the city of Mosul, Iraq, believed to have been originally built during the medieval Atabeg period. It is notably associated with the 12th-century ruler Nur al-Din Zangi, who is credited with its construction or significant renovation as part of his architectural patronage.
Al-Buruq
Al-Buruq is a revered site in Islamic tradition, believed to be the location where the Prophet Muhammad tethered the miraculous winged steed, Buraq, during his Night Journey (Isra and Mi’raj) from Mecca to Jerusalem. It is identified with the southwestern wall of the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem, an area also known to Jews as the Western Wall. This makes it a point of profound religious significance and historical intersection for Muslims.
Al-Wadi Al-Kabir Stadium
Al-Wadi Al-Kabir Stadium is a multi-purpose sports venue located in Muscat, Oman. It was historically the main national stadium of the country, hosting football matches and other major events, before being superseded by larger modern facilities.
Al-Anwar
Al-Anwar is a historic mosque located in Cairo, Egypt, originally built in the 15th century during the Mamluk era. It is situated within the larger complex of the Al-Ghuri Mosque and is known for its distinctive architectural style, including a notable minaret and decorative stonework.
Al-Ahli Benghazi
Al-Ahli Benghazi is a major sports club in Libya, most famous for its football team, which was founded in 1947. It is one of the oldest and most successful clubs in the country, historically serving as a significant cultural and social institution in the city of Benghazi.
Bashir Jouda Stadium
Bashir Jouda Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium located in Oran, Algeria, primarily used for football matches. It was inaugurated in 2017 and named in honor of Bashir Jouda, a prominent figure in the Algerian War of Independence. The stadium was a key venue for the 2022 African Nations Championship.
Al-Marj
Al-Marj is a city in northeastern Libya, historically significant as the site of the ancient Greek colony of Barca, which was founded around 560 BCE. It later became an important agricultural and administrative center under various regional powers, including the Romans and Ottomans. The modern city was largely rebuilt after a devastating earthquake in 1963.
