Sport LocalSport Localen56562FA1-48F5-4F6D-9E79-581AA1D1814Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/21/football-qsl-2-new-season-matches-to-kick-off-august-23Doha, July 21 (QNA) - The Qatar Stars League (QSL) announced the QSL 2 League schedule for 2026-2027 season, which will kick off on Aug. 23.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:27:33 ZBA1C69AA-503A-4841-BDFA-A0F33295B1F9https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/20/volleyball-qatar-reaches-final-of-west-asia-championshipMuscat, July 20 (QNA) - Qatar's national men's volleyball team advanced to the final of the 2nd West Asia Men's Volleyball Championship, currently being held in Muscat, Oman, after defeating Iraq 3-0 in the semifinals.Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:28:00 ZACFCCAB9-412A-4DF2-8EBC-A82AF41B14E2https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/20/qatar-launches-trainer-development-program-to-strengthen-youth-sectorDoha, July 20 (QNA) - Qatar's Ministry of Sports and Youth has launched a trainer development program aimed at boosting national expertise, improving the quality of training and preparing qualified trainers in line with international professional standards.Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:50:31 Z4ABCC2E9-16B2-4935-B2F9-5D2EBC01D273https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/19/gulf-qualifiers-for-fiba-u18-asia-cup-set-to-tip-off-in-doha-on-july-25Doha, July 19 (QNA) - The organizing committee of the Gulf qualifying tournament for the FIBA U18 Asia Cup has approved the competition schedule for the championship, which will be held in Doha from July 25-30, 2026, after being postponed from its original dates of July 17-22.Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:25:44 Z2C4B7F19-0AB2-4BB2-86B1-D6EA48C3BE7Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/19/qatars-al-ahli-part-ways-with-six-players-ahead-of-new-seasonDoha, July 19 (QNA) - Qatari club Al Ahli have announced the departure of six first-team players following the expiry of their contracts.Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:38:12 Z80A542FB-2FFE-4F21-9D07-389250244BE8https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/18/qatars-samba-finishes-third-in-london-diamond-leagueLondon, July 18 (QNA) - Qatar's Abderrahman Samba finished third in the men's 400m hurdles at the London Diamond League on Saturday, the 11th meeting of the 2026 season.Sat, 18 Jul 2026 23:14:03 ZAFF332E7-E5DF-4559-8693-7A7C7AD54770https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/18/al-sailiya-extend-matias-nani-loan-until-2027Doha, July 18 (QNA) - Qatari club Al Sailiya have extended the loan of Argentine defender Matias Nani for a further season until the summer of 2027.Sat, 18 Jul 2026 22:39:44 ZCCD3C931-5C15-49C6-87B4-40C5B49E8302https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/18/qsl-unveils-first-half-schedule-for-doha-bank-stars-leagueDoha, July 18 (QNA) - The Qatar Stars League (QSL) has announced the first-half match schedule for the Doha Bank Stars League football season 2026-2027.Sat, 18 Jul 2026 22:27:56 Z2905B997-7FCA-4BFB-BE2A-1F622844683Dhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/18/qatar-advance-to-west-asia-mens-volleyball-semifinalsMuscat, July 18 (QNA) - Qatar's squad advanced to the semifinals of the Second West Asia Men's Volleyball Championship, currently underway in Muscat, Oman.Sat, 18 Jul 2026 22:01:09 Z869A74AF-5713-48FC-92CC-AD8436D4032Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/18/fifa-world-cup-2026-qatars-khamis-al-marri-named-var-official-for-finalNew York, July 18 (QNA) - FIFA has appointed Qatar's Khamis Al Marri as a video assistant referee (VAR) for the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, scheduled for Sunday between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium in New York, United States.Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:47:09 Z0D8C7DEA-35D3-4293-B470-C577DA1C44FChttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/18/team-qatar-to-face-off-iran-tomorrow-in-asian-mens-junior-handball-championship-matchChuzhou (China), July 18 (QNA) - The Qatar men's handball team will face Iran on Sunday in an important Group Stage match, part of the 19th Asian Men's Junior Handball Championship, taking place in Chuzhou, China, from July 15 to 27.Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:44:14 ZBEC36756-653B-4D42-A467-46568AAADB86https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/11/al-rayyan-sign-defender-diakite-on-five-year-dealDoha, July 11 (QNA) - Al Rayyan have signed defender Daouda Diakite from Al Shahaniya on a five-year contract, the club announced on Saturday.Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:19:43 ZD71CA701-26E9-4CE4-8532-84BC38EB0092https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/10/al-sailiya-sign-goalkeeper-bautista-burki-from-al-duhailDoha, July 10 (QNA) - Qatar Stars League side Al Sailiya have completed the signing of goalkeeper Bautista Burki from Al Duhail on a permanent transfer after purchasing his registration, the club announced on Friday.Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:07:22 Z1959F1E3-0D61-448F-A763-8BA4B73A62BAhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/10/qatar-launches-2026-summer-youth-program-with-550-activities-nationwideDoha, July 10 (QNA) - Qatar's Ministry of Sports and Youth has launched its 2026 Summer Plan for youth centers and organizations, featuring a nationwide program of 550 activities designed to engage young people during the school holidays.Fri, 10 Jul 2026 21:51:41 ZA2EAEC03-795C-49FF-84D9-2A90728BD16Dhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/9/qfa-president-resignsDoha, July 9 (QNA) - President of the Qatar Football Association Jassim Rashid Al Buenain announced today his resignation.Thu, 9 Jul 2026 23:59:29 ZF8AA27A8-C921-4FDE-A024-CA39EB743188https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/9/qatari-national-youth-handball-team-departs-for-china-to-participate-in-asian-under-20-championshipDoha, July 09 (QNA) - Qatar's youth handball national team departs tomorrow, Friday, for China to participate in the 19th Asian Men's Junior Handball Championship hosted by the Chinese city of Chuzhou from July 15 -27. Thu, 9 Jul 2026 12:49:31 ZB6009DC9-A73E-4498-9813-C1A8981FD2EFhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/9/al-arabi-sc-terminates-contracts-of-four-footballersDoha, July 08 (QNA) - Al Arabi SC on Wednesday terminated contracts of Cameroonian striker Ekambi, Jordanian defender Yazan Al Naimat, and Qatari players Abdullah Maarfi and Ahmed Moein.Thu, 9 Jul 2026 00:51:09 ZB0EB0358-27F6-427D-ADEA-FFFF8200554Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/8/qatari-team-to-compete-in-inaugural-asian-u23-athletics-championships-in-chinaDoha, July 08 (QNA) - The Qatar Athletics Federation (QAF) announced on Wednesday the Qatari team's participation in the inaugural Asian U23 Athletics Championships to be held in Ordos, China, from July 9 to 13. Wed, 8 Jul 2026 23:43:25 Z2787690F-FC07-4475-9AA6-ECD030622667https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/8/qatar-to-host-2026-and-2028-editions-of-fip-padel-world-cupDoha, July 08 (QNA) - The Qatar Padel Federation announced that the International Padel Federation (FIP) has awarded Doha the hosting rights for the 2026 and 2028 editions of the FIP Padel World Cup, reinforcing Qatar's position as a global destination for major international sporting events.Wed, 8 Jul 2026 14:41:48 Z828B86CF-13E0-450E-AA90-B5B43D18920Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/7/qatar-to-face-japan-republic-of-korea-in-fiba-basketball-world-cup-2027-asian-qualifiersDoha, July 07 (QNA) - The Qatar basketball team will face Japan, China, and the Republic of Korea during the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers.Tue, 7 Jul 2026 21:34:24 ZAD6A6283-50FD-4E69-B5A4-E1CB01B6B7E4https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/6/qatars-cherif-younousse-ahmed-tijan-named-asias-best-mens-beach-volleyball-playersDoha, July 06 (QNA) - Qatar's Cherif Younousse and Ahmed Tijan have been named Asia's Best Men's Beach Volleyball Players at the inaugural Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Gala 2026, in recognition of their outstanding performances throughout the season.Mon, 6 Jul 2026 09:47:32 Z6E68EFF5-D0BA-4FCA-9903-6E44276E7EFEhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/6/qatars-mubarak-saeed-wins-1500m-at-meeting-national-est-lyonnaisParis, July 06 (QNA) - Qatar's Mubarak Saeed won the men's 1,500m at the Meeting National Est Lyonnais in France on Saturday, clocking 3:37.09 to finish ahead of a field of European competitors.Mon, 6 Jul 2026 08:24:19 Z16767B44-9E0E-4D8C-B964-36819778C649https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/6/al-wakrah-sports-club-renews-contract-with-chilean-coach-jose-luis-sierraDoha, July 05 (QNA) - Al Wakrah Sports Club has renewed its contract with Chilean coach Jose Luis Sierra as head coach of the first football team for one season, 2026/2027.Mon, 6 Jul 2026 01:05:32 Z171DEDEC-7D1C-4978-9623-696FF983C20Dhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/6/qatar-national-teams-chief-world-cup-2026-assessment-must-be-thoroughgoing-and-objectiveDoha, July 05 (QNA) - Executive Director of the Qatar National Teams, Talal Al Kaabi, has stressed on Sunday that the Qatar National Team's participation in the FIFA World Cup 2026 should be based on a thoroughgoing and objective assessment.Mon, 6 Jul 2026 00:57:24 ZDFEBB952-6D6E-4CE8-9F34-EFEC5CD79105https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/5/team-qatar-finish-second-at-elms-imola-roundImola, Italy, July 05 (QNA) - Team Qatar finished second in the LMGT3 category in the third round of the European Le Mans Series (ELMS) at the 4 Hours of Imola endurance race.Sun, 5 Jul 2026 23:11:24 Z7CCC610D-9A03-4320-8F22-BEED62EE8C73https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/5/qatars-u21-3x3-teams-open-fiba-nations-league-campaign-monday-in-chinaBeijing, July 05 (QNA) - Qatar's men's and women's U21 3x3 national teams will begin their campaigns Monday in Stop 1 of the FIBA 3x3 U21 Nations League 2026 - Asia-1, which will be held in Tangshan, China, from July 6-8, 2026.Sun, 5 Jul 2026 19:24:16 Z64E18B0E-C7B6-4E57-B309-F73F5673A855https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/5/al-sadd-appoint-romanian-coach-lucescu-on-two-year-dealDoha, July 05 (QNA) - Al Sadd announced on Sunday the appointment of Romanian coach Razvan Lucescu as head coach of the club's first football team on a two-year contract through 2028.Sun, 5 Jul 2026 19:13:35 ZA466E1DB-78CE-4BF7-B973-5ECCCF7A7ACChttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/5/sports-for-all-summer-camp-continues-in-lusailDoha, July 05 (QNA) - The Sports for All Summer Program 2026 continues its activities for the second week at Lusail Sports Arena.Sun, 5 Jul 2026 19:05:44 Z57075373-08E9-45C7-8A4B-3231454626B2https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/5/al-arabi-announces-contract-extension-for-goalkeeper-jassem-al-hailDoha, July 05 (QNA) - Al Arabi SC announced on Sunday that it has extended the contract of its goalkeeper, Jassem Al Hail, for an additional two seasons.Sun, 5 Jul 2026 18:19:49 ZBB62A023-666B-4F2D-A0A5-222924FDC796https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/5/qatari-clubs-begin-preparations-set-for-overseas-training-camps-ahead-of-new-seasonDoha, July 05 (QNA) - Qatari clubs have begun preparations for the 2026-27 season with domestic training camps ahead of overseas preseason camps, which will be held in several European countries during July and August.Sun, 5 Jul 2026 17:07:02 Z571E3570-61EE-4A0E-9456-D1CDE3680261https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/4/qatars-basketball-team-to-face-off-saudi-counterpart-tomorrow-in-world-cup-qualifiersDoha, July 04 (QNA) - Qatar and Saudi Arabia national basketball teams will meet tomorrow in the closing fixture of the third window of the Asian Qualifiers for the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 in Qatar. Sat, 4 Jul 2026 14:45:45 ZCB44AF57-9FDA-4C4F-B9B8-79D6FD9B05E2https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/3/qatari-football-al-ahli-appoint-jimenez-as-new-coachDoha, July 03 (QNA) - Al Ahli SC announced today the appointment of Spanish coach Borja Jiménez as head coach of its first football team beginning with the 2026-27 season. The club did not disclose the length of the contract.Fri, 3 Jul 2026 18:11:32 Z1B7F235C-372A-4F8A-8F97-F38658CECE36https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/2/shouq-al-mahmoudi-credits-2022-world-cup-legacy-in-2026-kansas-city-operationsDoha, July 01 (QNA) - The Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy (SC) is executing a program meant to impart expertise during the FIFA World Cup 2026 held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.Thu, 2 Jul 2026 00:46:45 ZDD7DF74F-F289-4C63-9B8F-4DACA0207775https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-7/1/qatar-basketball-team-faces-india-in-asian-qualifiersAhmedabad, India, July 01 (QNA) - The Qatar men's national basketball team will play on Thursday a match against India at Veer Savarkar Hall in Ahmedabad, India, marking the start of the third window of the Asian qualifiers for the FIBA Basketball World Cup – Qatar 2027.Wed, 1 Jul 2026 20:08:44 Z828542EA-2C9B-41D6-A866-B5E7579D0FF9https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/29/qoc-unveils-second-edition-of-team-qatar-summer-2026-youth-programmeDoha, June 29 (QNA) - The Qatar Olympic Committee has officially launched the second edition of the Team Qatar Summer 2026' programme, reaffirming its commitment to inspiring the next generation through sport, education and community engagement.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:41:02 ZC9B36F2F-F727-46EA-A355-EFA208E731A3https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/28/qatar-finish-seventh-in-2026-avc-mens-volleyball-cup-in-indiaAhmedabad/India, June 28 (QNA) - The Qatar men's team concluded their campaign in the 2026 AVC Men's Volleyball Cup, staged in Ahmedabad, India, in seventh place after thrashing Chinese Taipei 3-1 in the classification match for seventh and eighth place.Sun, 28 Jun 2026 21:17:02 Z63998418-8A76-4057-B169-6A87EFD85E81https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/28/details-of-world-electronic-basketball-championship-finals-in-doha-unveiledDoha, June 28 (QNA) - The organizing committee for the finals of the World Electronic Basketball Championship - Qatar Season 4 unveiled the details of the tournament, which will be staged at Qatar Mall from July 3-4, 2026.Sun, 28 Jun 2026 20:41:29 Z799678C3-B958-4531-B4A2-D64078CDEFD2https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/28/qatar-to-face-saudi-arabia-in-rescheduled-fiba-basketball-world-cup-2027-asian-qualifierDoha, June 28 (QNA) - Qatar will host Saudi Arabia on Monday at Al Gharafa Arena in the rescheduled second-window fixture of the FIBA Basketball World Cup Qatar 2027 Asian Qualifiers, with both sides aiming to strengthen their positions in a tightly contested Group D.Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:46:22 ZBFA177F5-AA97-4A08-A356-AF2C8B19DD8Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/27/qatari-personnel-support-fifa-world-cup-2026-organizationWashington, June 27 (QNA) - Several Qatari personnel from the Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy (SC) are participating in the organization of the FIFA World Cup 2026, currently being staged in the United States, Canada and Mexico, which concludes on July 19.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 19:58:53 Z31987DB9-DD3E-4DB3-8210-D26B44A95067https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/26/sheikh-joaan-bin-hamad-al-thani-attends-anoc-executive-council-meeting-in-lausanneLausanne, June 26 (QNA) - HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani, First Vice-President of the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC) and President of the Olympic Council of Asia, has taken part in the 94th meeting of ANOC's Executive Council in Lausanne, Switzerland.Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:06:41 ZA0BEA251-6F2F-40DC-B391-ED5C4A986005https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/25/qfa-secretary-general-to-qna-qatars-world-cup-campaign-had-positives-fans-set-exemplary-imageSeattle, June 25 (QNA) - Secretary General of the Qatar Football Association (QFA) Mansoor Al Ansari said Qatar's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, currently being held in the United States, Mexico and Canada, carried many positive aspects despite failing to reach the Round of 32, stressing that focus will now shift to upcoming competitions, led by the Gulf Cup, AFC Asian Cup and preparations for the 2030 World Cup qualifiers.Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:48:48 Z8CF57965-2E2A-4C23-85D1-F2FF22522876https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/24/qatar-cycling-clubs-cycles-team-crowned-champions-of-gbi-charity-tour-in-germanyBerlin, June 24 (QNA) - Qatar Cycling Club's "Cycles" Team Crowned Champions of the GBI Europe 2026 Charity Cycling Tour in Germany for the second consecutive year.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:32:08 Z950FD8C5-C12F-4F7D-A787-FB5E79FE1924https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/24/qatar-olympic-committee-celebrates-olympic-day-through-boxingDoha, June 24 (QNA) - The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) celebrated Olympic Day 2026 by organizing a boxing championship for junior, youth, and senior categories (Knockout) at Oasis of Mall of Qatar. Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:49:36 Z4E2C9D43-5297-4978-891A-7786EBB3C568https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/24/qatar-sports-minister-visits-injured-canada-midfielder-at-world-cupVancouver (Canada), June 24 (QNA) - HE Minister of Sports and Youth Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani visited Canada midfielder ​Ismael Kone after he suffered an injury during his side's World Cup match against Qatar.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:41:21 Z5694EF4F-4F8E-4375-8D28-3515C1EBE73Fhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/23/diamond-league-council-praises-doha-meetingMonaco, June 23 (QNA) - The Diamond League Council praised the Doha meeting, held Friday at the track and field facilities of Suheim bin Hamad Stadium at Qatar SC, which featured a host of leading athletes, including Olympic and world medalists as well as world-record holders.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:39:01 ZB54171B2-257D-4059-A455-7614EFAFF70Bhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/23/fifa-2026-world-cup-qatar-faces-bosnia-in-last-chance-match-on-wednesdaySeattle, June 23 (QNA) - Qatar will face Bosnia and Herzegovina in a crucial match at 10 p.m. Doha time on Wednesday at the Seattle International Stadium in the US as part of the third and final round of Group B matches in the FIFA 2026 World Cup.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:01:30 Z57E71B50-0224-42D0-BC04-B36D99853877https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/23/qatars-national-basketball-team-to-face-tunisia-in-friendly-on-tuesdayDoha, June 22 (QNA) - Qatar's senior national basketball team will face Tunisia in two friendlies, the first of which will take place at Al Gharafa SC Multi-Purpose Hall on Tuesday.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:51:49 Z4CBB7767-9E49-4DFF-ACC5-7BC9014570C7https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/22/qatar-to-face-south-korea-in-asian-mens-volleyball-cupAhmedabad, June 22 (QNA) - Qatar's national volleyball team will face South Korea on Friday in its final first-round match of the 2026 Asian Men's Volleyball Cup, currently being held in Ahmedabad, India, through June 29. Qatar suffered a narrow 3-2 defeat to Indonesia on Sunday, with set scores of 25-14, 22-25, 30-32, 27-25, and 13-15.Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:29:35 ZDB877FF2-3759-473F-BF17-FDD372B3EF1Bhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/21/qatar-defeats-thailand-in-2026-asian-mens-volleyball-cupAhmedabad (India), June 21 (QNA) - Qatar's men's national volleyball team secured its first win of the 2026 Asian Men's Volleyball Cup, defeating Thailand in straight sets on Sunday in the tournament being held in Ahmedabad, India, through June 29.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:03:43 Z787F99D9-35DC-404D-B83D-16DD7DDF4968https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/20/qatar-basketball-team-wrap-training-camp-in-antalya-ahead-of-key-world-cup-qualifiersAntalya/Turkiye, June 20 (QNA) - Qatar's first men's basketball team have concluded their overseas training camp in Antalya, Turkey, held from June 11 to 20, as part of the preparation programme established by the Qatar Basketball Federation ahead of a busy international schedule, including the continuation of the Asian and Oceania qualifiers for the FIBA Basketball World Cup Qatar 2027.Sat, 20 Jun 2026 19:06:10 Z