Doha: Saudi Arabia's national basketball team defeated Qatar 86-80 today in a postponed second-window game of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers, held at Al Gharafa Sports Club Hall in Doha. According to Saudi Press Agency, Saudi Arabia led 46-35 at halftime and 68-59 after the third quarter before holding off a late Qatari comeback to secure the victory. The win moved Saudi Arabia into second place in the group standings behind Lebanon, ahead of Qatar in third and India in fourth, strengthening its hopes of advancing to the final qualifying stage for the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027.
Khaleeji 27 Local Committee Prepares Comprehensive Media Guide for Tournament Coverage
September 21, 2026
Jeddah: The Local Organizing Committee for the Arabian Gulf Cup (Khaleeji 27) has prepared a comprehensive media guide for journalists covering the tournament, which is set to take place in Jeddah from September 23 to October 6, 2026.
According to S…