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World Rapid, Blitz Chess Cup Qatar 2025 kicks off in Doha 26 Dec 2025 - 10:47 pm

Doha:The competitions of the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Cup Qatar 2025 officially got underway today at Qatar University's Sports and Events Complex,...

Liverpool boss Slot says Ekitike reaping rewards for greater physicality 26 Dec 2025 - 07:18 pm

London: Arne Slot believes Hugo Ekitike's run of five goals in four matches indicates the striker has heeded the Liverpool manager's advice when...

Musona rescues Zimbabwe in AFCON draw with Angola 26 Dec 2025 - 05:32 pm

Marrakesh, Morocco: Veteran Knowledge Musona scored as Zimbabwe came from behind to draw 1-1 with Angola in Marrakesh on Friday as the second...

Turkish authorities make further arrests in football betting scandal 26 Dec 2025 - 04:56 pm

Istanbul, Turkiye: The betting scandal in Turkish football deepened on Friday as 29 people, including 14 footballers, were arrested, the Istanbul public prosecutor's...

Arteta eager to avoid repeat of Rice red card against Brighton 26 Dec 2025 - 04:44 pm

London: Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is keen to ensure there is no repeat of Declan Rice's controversial red card against Brighton when his...

Al Sadd down Al Gharafa; Al Rayyan beat Al Arabi 26 Dec 2025 - 09:33 am

Doha, Qatar: The Al Gharafa Hall witnessed an exciting and competitive evening yesterday as part of the matches in the second division of...

Coach Ali hails Al Ahli’s collective effort 26 Dec 2025 - 09:25 am

Doha, Qatar: Al Ahli head coach Younes Ali praised his players’ commitment and determination after the Qatari side secured qualification to the Round...

QFA concludes elite referees camp in Doha 26 Dec 2025 - 09:25 am

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Football Association (QFA) concluded its winter training camp for elite referees yesterday in Doha, wrapping up a week-long program...

Leaders Al Gharafa aim to maintain momentum as QSL resumes 26 Dec 2025 - 08:15 am

Doha, Qatar: Table-toppers Al Gharafa will look to continue their fine run in the Qatar Stars League (QSL) when they face Al Shahania...

Carlsen eyes titles as World Rapid and Blitz Championships get underway 26 Dec 2025 - 08:10 am

Doha, Qatar: Chess maestro Magnus Carlsen made his intentions clear ahead of the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships Qatar 2025, noting that...

Sensational Ikhlef clinches nine gold medals in Doha 26 Dec 2025 - 08:04 am

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s Ouissal Ikhlef delivered a standout performance on the sixth day of the combined weightlifting championships in Doha, claiming nine gold...

Qatar to host FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships 2025 25 Dec 2025 - 10:53 pm

Doha, Qatar: The FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships 2025 get underway in Doha on Friday, with Qatar hosting the elite global event...

FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 daws over 1.2 million fans 25 Dec 2025 - 08:08 pm

Doha, Qatar: The FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 attracted more than 1.2 million spectators and concluded with Morocco lifting the trophy, as the...

Tickets go on sale for H H The Father Amir Cup 25 Dec 2025 - 07:33 pm

DOHA: The Doha Equestrian Tour Organising Committee has announced that tickets are now on sale for the H H The Father Amir Cup,...

Qatar Shooters end Arab Championship Campaign with 12 medals 25 Dec 2025 - 06:07 pm

Muscat, Oman: Qatar's shooters have completed their Arab Shooting Championship campaign in Muscat with a haul of 12 medals. The Qatari men's team...

Diallo and Mahrez strike at AFCON as Ivory Coast, Algeria win 25 Dec 2025 - 02:53 pm

Rabat: Amad Diallo and Riyad Mahrez starred as defending champions Ivory Coast and former winners Algeria had contrasting victories on Wednesday when the...

Al Sadd never stopped believing, says Mujica 25 Dec 2025 - 12:20 pm

Doha: Hat-trick hero Rafa Mujica attributed self-belief as the key factor for Al Sadd SC’s dramatic 4-2 comeback win over Shabab Al Ahli...

Qatar's Sarah impresses on debut, Ikhlef eyes success 25 Dec 2025 - 12:06 pm

Doha, Qatar: Qatari weightlifter Sarah Al-Qubaisi made a striking debut at the combined Qatar International Cup, Arab Championship, and West Asian Championship, currently...