The highly anticipated Amir Cup final between arch-rivals Al Duhail and Al Arabi is set to take place today, with both teams aiming to secure their fourth title in the prestigious handball tournament. The match promises to be a thrilling encounter, especially after the two teams met in the Qatar Cup final just five days ago. Defending champions Al Arabi are looking to retain their title after narrowly defeating Al Rayyan in last year’s final. They have shown promising form leading up to today’s clash, with wins over Al Wakrah and Qatar SC in the quarter-finals and semi-finals, respectively.
On the other hand, Al Duhail will be seeking redemption after their defeat in the Qatar Cup final. They were also knocked out by Al Arabi in last year’s Amir Cup quarter-finals. This year, Al Duhail secured their spot in the final by defeating Al Rayyan and Al Ghatafa in the quarter-finals and semi-finals, respectively. The team will be eager to put on a strong performance and claim their fourth Amir Cup title.
In the previous Amir Cup final between the two teams, it was Al Duhail who emerged victorious with a 33-27 win. However, Al Arabi got the better of Al Duhail in the recent Qatar Cup final, clinching a dramatic 35-34 victory. With both teams holding an equal number of titles in the tournament, today’s final is expected to be a closely contested match that fans should not miss.
Al Duhail has won the Amir Cup title in 2017, 2020, and 2022, while Al Arabi claimed victory in 2019, 2021, and 2023. The teams’ equal success in the tournament adds an extra element of excitement to today’s final. Al Sadd currently holds the record for the most Amir Cup titles, with eight wins to their name. They are followed by Al Ahly with five titles, Al Rayyan and Al Jaish with four each, and Al Duhail and Al Arabi with three titles each, showcasing the rich history and competitiveness of handball in Qatar.
