Pictures and video: Al-Ahli Benghazi, Al-Malabi Al-Libi, Al-Suwaihli, Al-Taawoun, and Al-Olympic advance to the round of 16 in the Libya Cup.
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Al-Ahli Benghazi advanced to the Round of 16 of the Libyan Football Cup after defeating Al-Burouq 1-0 today. The match between the two teams was held at Benghazi International Stadium this Saturday as part of the Round of 32. The only goal of the match was scored by Hussein Taqtouq in the 13th minute.
In another Round of 32 match of the Libyan Cup, Al-Malabi Al-Libi defeated Ittihad Gharyan 2-1 in the match held at Tarhuna City Stadium. The goals for Al-Malabi Al-Libi were scored by Mamadou and Al-Harari. With the same result, Al-Taawun defeated Al-Anwar in the match held at Benina Martyrs Stadium in Benghazi. The two goals for Al-Taawun were scored by Khaled Magdy and Mo’tasim Boushnaf, while the goal for Al-Anwar was scored by Hammam Al-Harish.
Al-Swehli also secured its place in the Round of 16 of the Libyan Cup after defeating Al-Majd 4-3 in a penalty shootout. The teams resorted to penalties after the original match time ended in a 2-2 draw. The two goals for Al-Swehli were scored by Ayoub Ayad and Gabriel Oruk, while the two goals for Al-Majd were scored by the Egyptian player Bassem Morsi and Alaa Khalifa from a penalty kick.
Finally, Al-Olympic advanced to the Round of 16 of the Libyan Cup after defeating Al-Khums 5-4 in a penalty shootout. The teams went to penalties after the original match time ended in a 1-1 draw.
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 historically one of the country’s most successful and popular clubs, with a significant role in Libyan sporting culture.
Benghazi International Stadium
Benghazi International Stadium is a major sports venue in Benghazi, Libya, originally opened in the 1960s. It has hosted numerous national and international football matches but has suffered significant damage during periods of conflict in the country, including the 2011 Libyan Civil War.
Al-Malabi Al-Libi
Al-Malabi Al-Libi is a traditional Libyan dessert, specifically a type of milk pudding or custard, rather than a physical place or cultural site. Its history is rooted in the everyday culinary traditions of Libya, often prepared for celebrations and family gatherings. The dessert reflects the influence of North African and Mediterranean flavors, commonly featuring ingredients like milk, sugar, and rose or orange blossom water.
Tarhuna City Stadium
Tarhuna City Stadium is a football stadium located in Tarhuna, Libya, historically used as a venue for local matches and community events. It gained wider notoriety during the 2011 Libyan Civil War and its aftermath, when it was reportedly used as a detention and torture site by the Kaniyat militia.
Al-Taawun
Al-Taawun is a professional football club based in Buraidah, Saudi Arabia, founded in 1956. The club’s name translates to “Cooperation” in Arabic, reflecting its community-oriented origins. It has competed in the Saudi Pro League and notably won the King’s Cup in 2019.
Benina Martyrs Stadium
Benina Martyrs Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium located in Benghazi, Libya, primarily used for football matches. It was originally named after the 2011 Libyan Civil War to honor those who died during the conflict, reflecting its role as a modern symbol of national memory.
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.
Al-Swehli
Al-Swehli refers to Ramadan al-Swehli, a prominent Libyan resistance leader against Italian colonization in the early 20th century. He is particularly known for his role in the 1911-1912 war and for later establishing a short-lived republic in Misrata. Today, his name is commemorated in Libyan history and in landmarks like Tripoli’s Al-Swehli Square.
Al-Olympic
“Al-Olympic” likely refers to the Olympic Sports Complex in Algiers, Algeria, a major multi-purpose stadium and sports venue. It was originally built in 1975 and later renovated to host events like the 2007 Pan Arab Games, serving as a central hub for Algerian athletics. The complex symbolizes national investment in sports and has been a key site for major regional competitions.
Al-Khums
Al-Khums is a coastal city in northwestern Libya, historically significant as the site of ancient Leptis Magna, a prominent Roman city founded in the 7th century BC. The ruins of Leptis Magna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, represent some of the most impressive and well-preserved Roman architecture in the Mediterranean. The modern city itself serves as a major port and has grown around this ancient heritage.
