Islamic Solidarity Games draw places Qatar Handball Team at Top of Group A

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October 27, 2025
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27-October-2025

Islamic Solidarity Games draw places Qatar Handball Team at Top of Group A

Riyadh: The draw for the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games handball competition, to be held in Saudi Arabia from November 7 to 21, placed Team Qatar, the defending champions, at the top of Group A.

Group A also includes Iran, the UAE, and the Maldives, while Group B features Saudi Arabia (host nation), Kuwait, Bahrain, and Iraq.

Handball is one of the most prominent and competitive events at the Islamic Solidarity Games, with a strong lineup of elite Arab and Asian national teams. The draw produced two balanced groups, setting the stage for intense regional matchups.

The Games will be held in Riyadh, bringing together more than 3,000 athletes from 57 Islamic countries, who will compete across 23 sports, including the introduction of camel racing and esports for the first time in the event’s history — reflecting the growing diversity and evolution of the Games.

The group draw presents a promising path for Team Qatar, one of the top contenders for the gold medal. Despite Iran’s notable strength and record in Asian competitions, Qatar’s technical superiority, tactical discipline, and determination to defend its title give the team a strong edge as they aim to retain the championship they won in the previous edition.