The Libyan Union basketball team regained its balance in the Dubai International Championship after achieving a deserved victory over the Homs Al-Fida Syrian team in the match that brought the two teams together today, ending the encounter with a 13-point difference.
The Union entered the confrontation strongly, imposing its superiority from the first quarter, which it ended leading 33 – 25, confirming its early offensive presence and superiority in possession and building attacks.
In the second quarter, the Libyan team continued its control over the course of play, adding 24 points against 17 points for Homs, ending the first half with the Union leading 57 – 42, amid organized performance and clear brilliance on both defensive and offensive levels.
The third quarter was more balanced between the two teams, with each side scoring 15 points, maintaining the Union’s comfortable lead at 89 – 74 entering the decisive quarter.
In the fourth quarter, the Union confirmed its superiority and complete control over the match, settling the game in its favor with a score of 112 – 89, achieving an important victory that enhances its chances in the competition within the championship.
Libyan Union
The Libyan Union refers to the modern state of Libya, which was formed through the unification of its three historical regions—Tripolitania, Cyrenaica, and Fezzan—after gaining independence. It was officially established as the United Kingdom of Libya in 1951 following a period of Italian colonization and Allied administration after World War II.
Homs Syria
Homs is a major city in western Syria, historically significant as a center of early Christianity and later Islamic rule. It endured heavy damage during the Syrian Civil War, particularly during the 2011-2014 siege, which devastated its historic districts like the Old City and Khalid ibn al-Walid Mosque.
Dubai International
Dubai International Airport is the primary international airport serving Dubai, United Arab Emirates, having opened in 1960. It has since grown into one of the world’s busiest airports by international passenger traffic, renowned for its massive Terminal 3 and its role as a major global hub for Emirates airline.
Homs Al-Fida Syrian
Homs Al-Fida, also known as Homs Al-Mukhtara, is a historic neighborhood in the Syrian city of Homs, traditionally known as a commercial and residential area. Its history is deeply tied to the city’s long-standing role as a central hub in the Orontes River valley, with architectural elements reflecting various periods of Islamic and Ottoman influence.
Libyan Union basketball team
The Libyan Union basketball team represents the nation in international competitions, though specific details about its founding and history are not widely documented in mainstream sources. It competes under the Libyan Basketball Federation, which oversees the sport’s development in the country.
Dubai International Championship
The Dubai International Championship is a professional golf tournament that began in 2009 as the season-ending event for the European Tour’s Race to Dubai. It is held annually at the Jumeirah Golf Estates and features a prestigious field competing for one of the largest prize funds in golf.
