JEDDAH: The 27th Arabian Gulf Cup, Khaleeji 27, will begin in Jeddah on September 23 under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, with eight teams competing in 15 matches through October 6.
Saudi Minister of Sport Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki bin Faisal expressed gratitude to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, noting that his patronage reflects the leadership’s support for hosting prominent sporting events and strengthening bonds of brotherhood among peoples of the Gulf states.
The Saudi sports minister added that the tournament carries special significance as its start coincides with Saudi National Day, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported.
Matches will be held at the stadiums of King Abdullah Sports City and Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Sports City, according to SPA.
Group A includes Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Oman, and Kuwait, while Group B comprises Qatar, the UAE, Bahrain, and Yemen. Notably, this is the first time the Arabian Gulf Cup has been held in Jeddah.
