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19 Jul’ 2026
الأدعم للشباب لكرة اليد يتعثر أمام نظيره الإيراني في البطولة الآسيوية للشباب
شوزو (الصين) /قنا/ خسر المنتخب القطري للشباب لكرة اليد أمام نظيره الإيراني في المباراة التي جمعتهما اليوم، ضمن منافسات دور المجموعات من البطولة الآسيوية للشباب تحت 20 عاما، المقامة حاليا في مدينة شوزو الصينية، وتستمر حتى 27 يوليو الجاري، والمؤهلة إلى بطولة العالم للشباب 2027 في مقدونيا.
وجاءت المباراة متكافئة ومثيرة حتى لحظاتها الأخيرة، قبل أن يحسمها المنتخب الإيراني بنتيجة (26-25)، بفارق هدف واحد.
وكان المنتخب القطري أنهى الشوط الأول متقدما بنتيجة (12 - 11)، إلا أن المنتخب الإيراني تفوق في الشوط الثاني بنتيجة (15 - 13) ليقلب النتيجة لصالحه (26-25).
ويخوض منتخب قطر مباراته المقبلة أمام نظيره الكويتي بعد غد /الثلاثاء/، قبل أن يختتم مشواره في دور المجموعات بمواجهة المنتخب الهندي يوم 22 يوليو الجاري.
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OCA President crowns Equestrian Jumping team medallists
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Qatar to Face Saudi Arabia in Gulf Cup Semi-Finals After UAE Draw
JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia – Qatar drew 1-1 with the United Arab Emirates in their final Group B match at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium on Thursday, setting up a semi-final meeting with hosts Saudi Arabia at the 27th Arabian Gulf Cup in Jeddah.The result saw both teams finish the group stage on seven points, with the UAE claiming top spot on goal difference. The UAE will face Group A runners-up Oman in the first semi-final on Saturday at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Sports City Stadium, while Qatar, who finished second in Group B, will take on Group A winners Saudi Arabia in the second semi-final at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium.With both sides already assured of their places in the last four, the encounter was effectively a battle for top spot and began at a competitive pace, with Qatar looking to exploit quick transitions.Qatar broke the deadlock in the 33rd minute when Jassem Gaber delivered a well-placed cross that Almoez Ali converted to put his side in front.The UAE responded by stepping up the pressure and creating a series of attacking opportunities. Their persistence paid off in the fourth minute of first-half stoppage time when Khaled Al Tanhani played the ball to Ali Saleh, who controlled it before sending a low shot into the net to restore parity.The UAE continued to press after the restart, intensifying its search for a winning goal, while Qatar adopted a more defensive approach and looked to threaten on the counterattack.Despite sustained efforts from both sides, neither team could find a decisive second goal, and the match ended 1-1.Qatar will now turn its attention to Saturday’s semi-final against Saudi Arabia, with a place in the Arabian Gulf Cup final at stake.
Qatar Set for High-Stakes Quarter-Final Clash with Hosts Japan
AICHI-NAGOYA, Japan – Qatar’s national volleyball team face a high-stakes quarter-final against hosts Japan today as their pursuit of Asian Games glory continues at Aichi-Nagoya 2026.The encounter promises to be a demanding battle between two experienced teams with strong technical and physical capabilities. Japan will also enjoy the added advantage of home support, with a passionate crowd expected to create an intense atmosphere.Qatar advanced to the knockout stage after finishing second in Group C. They began the competition with victories over Hong Kong and Vietnam before narrowly going down 3-2 to India in their final group match.Qatar made an outstanding start against India, winning two closely fought sets 28-26 and 27-25 to take a 2-0 lead. India then mounted a determined comeback to level the contest and force a fifth-set decider, eventually edging the final set 24-22.The result highlighted Qatar’s competitiveness and fighting spirit, qualities they will need once again against Japan. Unlike the group stage, however, the quarter-final is a knockout encounter, meaning there will be no second opportunity if the team falls short.Argentine head coach Soto and his technical staff have prepared carefully for the challenge, drawing on their knowledge of the Japanese team from a friendly played during Qatar’s pre-Games training camp.The coaching staff are expected to place particular emphasis on Qatar’s serve and reception, limiting Japan’s attacking options and maintaining tactical discipline and concentration when the match reaches its decisive moments.With a semi-final place at stake, Team Qatar will seek to deliver another determined performance and overcome the challenge of facing the hosts on their own court.
Qatar 2027 World Cup Enriches Bayt Qatar Visitors with a Unique Experience
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