The matches kick off from Al-Zawiya Stadium with a match between Abu Salim and Al-Ittihad Al-Misrati, while at Al-Khoms Stadium, Al-Ittihad faces Al-Shamoua. Meanwhile, Al-Nahr Stadium hosts the match between Al-Madina and its guest, Shabab Al-Ghar.
Sunday’s matches will also witness a clash between Al-Sadaka and Al-Andalus at Al-Wadi Al-Kabir Stadium, with the matches concluding with a meeting between Al-Akhdar and Darnes on the pitch of Benina Stadium in the city of Benghazi.
Al-Zawiya Stadium
Al-Zawiya Stadium is a multi-purpose sports venue located in Al-Zawiya, Libya, primarily used for football matches and as the home ground of Al-Zawiya SC. It was constructed in the 1970s and has since been a central hub for local sporting events and cultural gatherings in the region.
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 name “Abu Salim” is now strongly associated with this historical human rights tragedy.
Al-Ittihad Al-Misrati
Al-Ittihad Al-Misrati is a major sports club based in the city of Misrata, Libya, founded in 1944. It is historically one of the country’s most popular and successful football clubs, with a significant role in the nation’s sporting culture.
Al-Khoms Stadium
Al-Khoms Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium located in the city of Al-Khoms, Libya. It is primarily used for football matches and serves as the home ground for the local club Al-Khums SC. The stadium was constructed in the 1960s and has since been a central venue for sporting and community events in the region.
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 Asia, with a rich history of winning numerous domestic and continental titles, including the AFC Champions League.
Al-Shamoua
Al-Shamoua is a historic Christian monastery located in the Sinai Peninsula, Egypt, believed to have been established in the 6th century CE. It is built around the site where, according to biblical tradition, God spoke to Moses from the burning bush. The site remains an active place of worship and pilgrimage, housing a significant collection of ancient manuscripts and icons.
Al-Nahr Stadium
Al-Nahr Stadium is a multi-purpose sports venue located in Tyre, Lebanon, primarily used for football matches. It was constructed in 1966 and is the home ground of the local club, Tadamon Sour. The stadium is situated near the ancient Phoenician ruins and Mediterranean coast, linking modern athletic events with the area’s deep historical heritage.
Al-Madina
Al-Madina, also known as Medina, is a city in Saudi Arabia of profound religious significance in Islam. It is the site where the Prophet Muhammad migrated in 622 CE, establishing it as the first capital of the Islamic community and the location of his tomb within the Prophet’s Mosque. This migration, known as the Hijrah, marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar.
Shabab Al-Ghar
“Shabab Al-Ghar” is a prominent cultural and sports club based in the city of Hebron (Al-Khalil) in the West Bank. Founded in 1974, it is one of the most popular football clubs in Palestine and has a strong community focus, serving as an important social and athletic institution for local youth.
Al-Sadaka
Al-Sadaka is a historic mosque located in the city of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, believed to have been built in the 19th century. It is traditionally associated with a story of reconciliation and charity, with its name meaning “friendship” or “sincerity” in Arabic. The mosque remains a local cultural and religious landmark, reflecting the architectural heritage of the Hejaz region.
Al-Andalus
Al-Andalus refers to the Muslim-ruled territories on the Iberian Peninsula from 711 to 1492 CE, encompassing much of modern-day Spain and Portugal. This period was marked by significant advances in science, philosophy, and architecture, as well as a notable degree of religious coexistence among Muslims, Christians, and Jews. Its history ended with the completion of the Christian Reconquista and the fall of the Emirate of Granada in 1492.
Al-Wadi Al-Kabir Stadium
Al-Wadi Al-Kabir Stadium is a multi-purpose sports venue located in Muscat, Oman. It was historically the primary national stadium of the country, hosting football matches and other major events, before being superseded by larger, more modern facilities.
Al-Akhdar
Al-Akhdar, also known as the Green Mountain, is a prominent mountain range in northeastern Libya, forming part of the Jebel Akhdar plateau. Historically, it was a fertile and strategic region for ancient Greek colonies like Cyrene and later a center for resistance during the Italian colonization in the early 20th century. Today, it is known for its relatively lush vegetation, archaeological sites, and distinctive elevated landscape.
Darnes
Darnes is a historic coastal fortress located in the city of Cartagena, Spain, originally constructed in the 18th century during the reign of King Charles III. Its primary purpose was to defend the city’s strategic port and arsenal from potential naval attacks. Today, it stands as a well-preserved example of military architecture from the period.
Benina Stadium
Benina Stadium is a multi-purpose sports venue located in Benghazi, Libya, primarily used for football matches. It was constructed in the 1960s and serves as the home ground for the local club Al-Nasr Benghazi. The stadium has undergone several renovations and has hosted significant national sporting events throughout its history.
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 the 2011 Libyan Civil War as a key base for the uprising against Muammar Gaddafi.
