The Misrata Sports Games Hall will host a derby between the neighboring clubs Al-Ittihad and Al-Ahly Tripoli next Sunday, as part of the third round of the return phase of the Libyan Handball League.
This derby is important for both teams in the competitions of the first zone; Al-Ittihad enters the match against its neighbor Al-Ahly Tripoli leading the group with a perfect record, while Al-Ahly seeks a victory to bring it closer to the top of the group.
A source close to the Libyan Handball Federation stated that a Tunisian refereeing crew will officiate the derby.
The top three teams from each zone will qualify for the second phase, along with the fourth-placed team from the first zone, which will play a decisive match against the fifth-placed team from the second zone to determine the eighth and final qualifier for the second phase, which precedes the championship phase.
Misrata Sports Games Hall
The Misrata Sports Games Hall is a major indoor arena in Misrata, Libya, primarily used for basketball and other sporting events. It gained international attention in 2011 when it served as a key field hospital and humanitarian center during the city’s siege in the Libyan Civil War.
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 the Asian continent, with a rich history of domestic and international titles.
Al-Ahly Tripoli
Al-Ahly Tripoli is a major sports club based in Tripoli, Libya, founded in 1950. It is historically one of the country’s most successful and popular football clubs, with a significant role in Libyan sporting culture.
Libyan Handball League
The Libyan Handscraft League is the top professional handball competition in Libya, established to organize and promote the sport nationally. It has faced disruptions due to the country’s political instability and conflict since 2011, which have periodically halted play and impacted its structure.
Libyan Handball Federation
The Libyan Handcraft Federation is the national governing body for the sport of handball in Libya, responsible for organizing domestic competitions and managing the national teams. It was established to develop and promote the sport across the country, operating under the broader framework of Libyan sports institutions.
Tunisian
Tunisia is a North African country with a rich history shaped by ancient civilizations like the Phoenicians and Romans, notably through the archaeological site of Carthage. Its culture reflects a blend of Arab, Berber, and Mediterranean influences, evident in its architecture, cuisine, and traditions. The country is also known as the birthplace of the Arab Spring, a significant modern political movement that began in 2010.
