Reporter/ Fawad Hussain

Amir welcomes all to ‘everyone’s Doha’ 27 Nov 2019 - 09:14 am

Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani inaugurated the 24th Arabian Gulf Cup, which got under way yesterday with a spectacular...

Qasem double seals shock win for Iraq 27 Nov 2019 - 12:32 am

Mohammed Qasem scored two goals as Iraq on Tuesday stunned Asian champions Qatar 2-1 in the opening match of the 24th Arabian Gulf...

Trophy double: Captain Al Haydos wants to take one step at a time 26 Nov 2019 - 12:00 am

A title-triumph at the Arabian Gulf Cup will be icing on the cake for Qatar’s outstanding year on the field. Hassan Al Haydos,...

Gulf Cup: Qatar seek winning start as depleted Iraq hope for a ‘surprise’ 26 Nov 2019 - 12:00 am

Eight regional sides, all itching to have their hands on the coveted trophy, are set to begin their quest at the 24th Arabian...

Excitement already in the air, says Omani football chief 25 Nov 2019 - 01:51 am

As the Gulf Cup – the region’s most anticipated tournament - is all set to kick off tomorrow, football fever has gripped Qatar...

Gulf Cup: 35,000 tickets already sold as Doha braces for Qatar 2022 ‘drill’ 22 Nov 2019 - 09:50 am

The Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the Arabian Gulf Cup 2019 is preparing to deliver the most memorable edition of the upcoming regional...

Qatar reach Dushanbe for Afghan clash 18 Nov 2019 - 12:00 am

Asian champions Qatar wrapped their training at home and yesterday reached Dushanbe, Tajikistan, where they will meet Afghanistan in their away Group E...

Qatar SC claim second win as Al Khor thrash Al Duhail 7-0 17 Nov 2019 - 09:07 am

Doha: Qatar SC yesterday consolidated their top spot in Group B at Ooredoo Cup following a 3-0 victory over defending champions Al Gharafa,...

Fierce contests expected as Qatar gears up for action 15 Nov 2019 - 10:18 am

For the GCC countries, winning the Gulf Cup is a matter of pride, and it is that competition, which brings the best out...

FINA World Cup 2019: Morozov and Campbell crowned champions in Doha 10 Nov 2019 - 07:59 am

Doha: Russia’s Vladimir Morozov and Australia’s Cate Campbell were crowned overall champions as the FINA Swimming World Cup Doha 2019 concluded at the...

Morozov dazzles with two more golds 09 Nov 2019 - 10:34 am

Russian star Vladimir Morozov yesterday dazzled a packed Hamad Aquatic Centre with two more victories, signing off from the FINA World Cup Doha...

Campbell, Morozov stay on top as Hosszu, Le Clos sparkle in Doha 08 Nov 2019 - 07:13 am

The FINA Swimming World Cup Doha 2019 begun yesterday, witnessing thrilling races from top swimmers in front of almost a packed house at...

Qatari swimmers clock impressive times in heats 08 Nov 2019 - 07:13 am

Many young Qatari swimmers took part in yesterday morning’s heats, producing quick times as they swam alongside the elite swimmers. GCC champion Abdulaziz...

FINA World Cup: Morozov the man to beat as Cate, Katinka set for royal battle 07 Nov 2019 - 08:37 am

Battle for women’s overall title, Russian star Vladimir Morozov’s duel with compatriot Anton Chupkov and young Qatari athletes will be in the spotlight...

‘Great organisation, fantastic facilities’ delight FINA family 07 Nov 2019 - 08:29 am

FINA Vice-President Dale Neuburger yesterday was all praise for Qatar’s commitment to stage top-notch swimming events over the years, saying the efforts by...

Qatar’s Al Obaidly ‘ready’ for FINA World Cup 06 Nov 2019 - 12:00 am

After his successful run at the recently-held GCC Aquatics Championships, Qatar’s teenage star Abdulaziz Al Obaidly is targeting a top show in Doha...