The UAE’s first global professional sumo games are coming to Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is set to host the UAE’s first international professional sumo competition at Space42 Arena on September 26. Japan’s historic sport of sumo is making its debut in the UAE All-Star Sumo Competition, hosted by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi). Taking place at Abu Dhabi’s Space42 Arena […]

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DOHA: Al Arabi climbed to third in the Qatar Stars League standings after beating Al Sailiya 2-0 at Khalifa International Stadium yesterday. mwafrika.life

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Younes Hussein scored the winner as Al Ahli edged 10-man Qatar SC 1-0 in the other match.

After draws in their opening two matches, Al Arabi produced an impressive display to move to five points, one behind leaders Al Sadd and Al Rayyan, who face Al Gharafa and Al Duhail respectively tomorrow.

Youssef Snana put Al Arabi ahead in the 45th minute with a fine header from a corner.

Al Sailiya pushed for an equaliser after the break, with Ali Olwan testing Al Arabi goalkeeper Jassim Al Hail with a long-range effort. Al Hail made a good save to deny him.

Kellian van der Kaap then hit the bar from another corner as Al Sailiya continued to push for a goal.

Issa Laye sealed the victory with a spectacular header as Al Sailiya remained without a point after three matches.

At Al Thumama Stadium, Qatar SC were reduced to 10 men in 12th minute when Eisa Palangi was sent off for a dangerous tackle on Ahmed Reyed Mawla.

Al Ahli had two goals ruled out for offside, with Qatar SC holding firm in defence as the first half ended goalless.

Qatar SC goalkeeper Ali Nader denied Ismail Mohamad, who later hit the bar in the second half.

Al Ahli finally found the breakthrough when Julian Draxler sent a looping cross towards Driss Fettouhi. His header ricocheted off the bar and Hussein was on hand to head home from close range.

The win lifted Al Ahli to sixth with four points, while Qatar SC remained 11th with one point.

Lusail eye first QSL win against Al Wakrah

Lusail and Al Wakrah will both chase their first victory of the season when they meet in the Qatar Stars League Week 3 clash at Lusail Stadium today.

Both teams have one point from their opening two matches, with Lusail sitting ninth and Al Wakrah eighth on the standings. The match kicks off at 7:15pm.

Newcomers Lusail have made an encouraging start to life in the top flight despite still waiting for their first win. They put up a spirited performance against Al Rayyan in their opening match before suffering a narrow defeat, then showed their attacking strength in a 3-3 draw with Al Ahli.

Coach Emanuel Mesquita wants his side to build on that performance against Al Wakrah.

“Our performance in the last match against Al Ahli gives us the confidence to continue working hard and fighting in every game,” Mesquita said.

“We hope to be ready against Al Wakrah and achieve a positive result.”

Mesquita expects a tough challenge from Al Wakrah, who lost to Al Rayyan in their previous outing.

“Al Wakrah is a strong team with considerable experience. Their recent loss to Al Rayyan will give them extra motivation to bounce back against Lusail, but we are prepared for all scenarios,” he said.

Al Wakrah coach Jose Luis Sierra was also confident after his team’s performance against Al Rayyan despite the defeat.

“Regardless of the opponent, I think my team is in good shape,” Sierra said.

“If we maintain this level and play with the same performance, I think we have a real chance to achieve victory over Lusail and collect the three points.”

Today’s first match will be played between Al Shamal and Al Shanania at Al Bayt Stadium (5pm). Al Shamal are on four points with Al Shahania on three points.

Doha, Qatar: Aspire Academy brought together fencers from six nations for a training camp ahead of the upcoming season.

Fencers from the Netherlands, Greece, Argentina, Malaysia, Thailand and Saudi Arabia joined local Qatari fencers alongside Aspire Academy student-athletes and graduates.

Among the 66 fencers who gathered were Saudi Arabia’s Khalifah Al-Omairi, who won bronze in the epee at the recent World Championships in Hong Kong, and Dutch athlete Tristan Tulen, who has competed at the Olympics and won the Doha Grand Prix in January.

The week-long training camp featured 12 sessions totalling 36 hours, overseen by 16 coaches from both Aspire Academy and overseas. It included work on footwork, technical skills, as well as strength and conditioning.

In addition to the coaching sessions, several social activities were organised for the visitors, including a meal at Souq Waqif, a trip to the cinema, and badminton and swimming sessions.

Senior Fencing Coach for epee at Aspire Academy, Hugo Dergal, said there had been very positive feedback from the visiting fencers and coaches as well as the local athletes.

“We are delighted that they have been able to enjoy the Aspire Academy facilities: from our fencing hall to our gyms for physical preparation and the recovery centre,” he said.

“My hope is that we can build on this camp, make it bigger, and invite more fencers from not just the Middle East but from around the globe.” He added that the Aspire Academy student-athletes have learnt many valuable lessons from the training camp. “During the training sessions, the professionals are very disciplined and always engaged; this is an area our student-athletes can learn from,” he explained. “Even if we are tired, even if it’s a long session, we need to keep our focus and maintain that discipline, as that will help us in competition.”

Dutch fencer Tristan Tulen was impressed with the potential of the Aspire Academy fencers. “I was really happy to accept the invite, especially because the Aspire facilities are really first-class, so I accepted without hesitation,” he said.

“They’re (Aspire Academy fencers) very professional in many ways at such a young age. So I think they have strong potential to develop into international players in the future.” “They have the same personality as me; I also get flared up when I lose a match, and I use it to evaluate what I have done and use it as motivation for my next encounter. I would encourage them to do the same.”

حقق منتخبنا الوطني للشباب لكرة القدم تحت 20 عاما، فوزاً مقنعاً على منتخب هونغ كونغ بثلاثة أهداف مقابل لا شيء في المباراة التي جرت بينهما أمس على استاد عبد الله بن خليفة بنادي الدحيل ضمن المجموعة الخامسة من التصفيات القارية المؤهلة لكأس آسيا للشباب بالصين عام 2027.
ويشكل الفوز دفعة كبيرة للاعبينا في الاقتراب من التأهل للنهائيات حيث لعب باندفاع كبير وصفوف منظمة وتمكن أحمد السعيد من إحراز الهدف الأول في الدقيقة العاشرة من تسديدة قوية.
ولم تمض سوى سبع دقائق على هذا الهدف حتى تمكن عمر علي من التلاعب بدفاع هونغ كونغ بمهارة فردية عالية وسدد كرة رائعة بيسراه دخلت المرمى على يمين الحارس محرزا الهدف الثاني.
وفي الوقت بدل الضائع من الشوط الأول أضاف يزن هاني الهدف الثالث للعنابي الشاب بكرة قوية أرضية دخلت المرمى على يمين الحارس.
وبهذا الفوز المهم أصبح رصيدنا من النقاط ثلاثة وبات على منتخبنا الاستعداد للقاء حاسم مع السعودية يوم الأحد المقبل علما بأن لائحة التصفيات تنص على تأهل متصدري المجموعات وأفضل سبعة منتخبات تحتل المركز الثاني إلى النهائيات القارية في الصين وعلى الجانب الآخر فاز المنتخب السعودي على البحرين 3- 2.