Thursday marks the start of the round of 32 matches in the Libyan Football Cup.

The Libyan Football Cup is the premier domestic knockout football competition in Libya, first held in 1975. It features clubs from across the country competing for the trophy, with its history reflecting the nation’s sporting culture through periods of political change.

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-Nasr Club is a major professional sports club based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, founded in 1955. It is one of the most successful and popular football clubs in the country and Asia, historically associated with the city’s Al-Dirah neighborhood and the Al Saud royal family.

Al-Wefaq Ajdabiya is a prominent cultural and social center located in the city of Ajdabiya, Libya. It historically served as a key gathering place for community events, discussions, and political meetings, particularly during and after the 2011 Libyan Revolution. The site symbolizes local unity and has been a focal point for civic engagement in the region.

Benghazi International Stadium is a multi-purpose sports venue located in Benghazi, Libya, originally opened in 1962. It has served as a major hub for football and athletics, hosting events like the 1982 African Cup of Nations, but has suffered significant damage during periods of conflict in the country, including the 2011 Libyan Civil War.

Al-Tahaddi is a cultural and social center located in the Palestinian refugee camp of Shatila in Beirut, Lebanon. It was established in the late 1990s to provide educational, health, and community support services to the camp’s residents, addressing needs arising from the area’s long history of displacement and conflict.

Al-Afriqi Derna refers to the historic city of Derna in eastern Libya, which has been a significant Mediterranean port since ancient times. It was notably part of the Ottoman Empire and later a center for resistance during the Italian colonization of Libya in the early 20th century.

Benina Martyrs Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium located in Benghazi, Libya, primarily used for football matches. It was renamed in honor of the Libyan martyrs who died during the 2011 revolution against Muammar Gaddafi’s regime. The stadium serves as the home ground for the Libyan national football team and local club Al-Nasr Benghazi.