Doha, April 20 (QNA) - The Qatar Stars League (QSL) formally announced the details of the upcoming Qatar Cup competition. Director of competitions of the QSL Ahmed Al Adsani confirmed that the tournament will kick-off on Sunday the 24th of April with the first semifinal between Al Rayyan and Lekhwiya, which will kick off at 19:15pm at Al Sadd stadium.

The second semifinal will take place on Monday the 26th of April between El Jaish and Al Sadd, kicking off at 19:15 at Al Sadd stadium. Al Adsani also stressed that the matches being played on both days, was to increase the excitement of the Qatar Cup competition and to encourage football fans to watch both semifinal matches. 

Mubarak Bilal Al Ali of the Ministry of Interior advised fans to arrive early to enjoy the atmosphere. From the many fan activities provided, Al Ali also stressed that security personnel will be on hand to help with any issues spectators had.

Director of Events at the QSL Hassan Al Kuwari confirmed that the tickets for the tournament are now available online via www.qsl.com.qa, along with tickets being available daily at the Katara fanzone along with the semifinal tickets being sold at Qatar Sports Club ticket office at gate 5.

Al Kuwari also revealed details of a dedicated fan zone in Katara where fans will have the opportunity to take part in a host of football related activities. The fan zone will have a distinct emphasis on family fun, and provide the general public to get up close to the famous Qatar Cup trophy. (QNA)