Four matches ignite the competition in the first stage of the Libyan basketball championship.

February 16, 2026
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The first stage of the Libyan Basketball Championship continues today, Monday, with four strong matches in the sixth week, as part of the competitions in Groups One and Two. Fans are eagerly awaiting these encounters, which could have a direct impact on the teams’ standings and qualification calculations.

Group Two will witness two matches. Al-Ahli Benghazi will visit Al-Morooj at the Ahmed Mousa Hall in the city of Al-Marj, in a match where both teams seek to bolster their points tally and continue their competition.

In the second match, Al-Hilal will host Al-Nasr at its home court in Benghazi, in an anticipated clash between two teams possessing elements capable of delivering a strong and open game.

Postponed Matches of Group One
Within the framework of Group One competitions, two postponed matches will be held. Al-Ahli Tripoli will host Tripoli University at its home court, in a match where the home team aspires to continue its series of positive results.

Additionally, Al-Ittihad will meet Al-Shabab at its home court, in an encounter where both teams seek to secure important points to strengthen their position in the standings table.

Results Recap
The round witnessed some notable results. Al-Hilal achieved a resounding victory over Al-Morooj with a score of 81 – 51. Also, Al-Ahli Tripoli outperformed Al-Shabab with a large score of 97 – 47, in two matches that reflected the technical gap and strong performance of the winning teams.

Today’s matches represent an important station in the course of the championship’s first stage, amidst intensifying competition between teams aspiring to reach the advanced rounds and move forward towards the league title.

Libyan Basketball Championship

The Libyan Basketball Championship is the premier professional basketball league in Libya, established in the 1960s following the country’s independence. It has been a significant sporting institution, though its operation has frequently been disrupted by the political instability and conflict that have affected the nation since the 2011 revolution.

Ahmed Mousa Hall

Ahmed Mousa Hall is a prominent cultural and conference center located in Baghdad, Iraq. It was established in the 1980s and named in honor of Ahmed Mousa, a celebrated Iraqi violinist and composer, serving as a key venue for musical performances, artistic events, and intellectual gatherings.

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.

Benghazi

Benghazi is a major city in eastern Libya, historically significant as a center of trade and culture since its founding as the Greek colony of Euesperides. It played a pivotal role in Libya’s modern history, serving as a co-capital and a focal point during the 2011 revolution.

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 later became a significant Roman city, with its old town, the medina, reflecting centuries of influence from Arab, Ottoman, and Italian rule.