Excitement Builds as AGCFF U-17 Gulf Cup Launches in Doha

The inaugural edition of the AGCFF U-17 Gulf Cup officially begins on September 20, 2023, in Doha, Qatar. This football tournament will run until October 3, showcasing young talent from across the Gulf region.

Opening Matches Set the Stage

The opening match features Iraq competing against Kuwait at Grand Hamad Stadium at 18:00 local time. Following this, Saudi Arabia will take on Bahrain at Suhaim Bin Hamad Stadium.

Qatar will kick off its campaign on September 21, facing Yemen at Grand Hamad Stadium. This match is part of Group A, which also includes the UAE and Oman, who will meet in the same venue on the same day.

Group Dynamics and Match Schedule

The tournament draw conducted in August placed Qatar at the top of Group A, alongside the UAE, Oman, and Yemen. In Group B, Iraq leads, joined by Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Kuwait. The second round of matches will take place on September 23, with Saudi Arabia facing Kuwait and Iraq meeting Bahrain. Qatar is scheduled to play Oman on September 24, while the UAE will compete against Yemen.

According to the tournament format, the top two teams from each group will progress to the knockout semi-finals on September 30, culminating in the final match on October 3 at Grand Hamad Stadium.

Earlier this week, the local organizing committee announced that ticket sales have commenced. A total of 15 matches will be hosted across the two stadiums, highlighting the significance of this event in the region.

This championship is viewed as one of the most important youth football tournaments in the Gulf, aimed at fostering talent development and enhancing competitive spirit among national teams. As teams prepare for future continental and international youth competitions, the AGCFF U-17 Gulf Cup promises to be a thrilling showcase of emerging football talent.