Saudi Arabia players and officials celebrate after winning the AGCFF U-23 Gulf Cup Qatar 2025 title yesterday.
Doha, Qatar: Saudi Arabia have been crowned champions of the AGCFF U-23 Gulf Cup Qatar 2025, after claiming a 2-0 win overIraq in the final match held at Stadium 974 yesterday.
The tournament took place in Qatar from December 4-16, bringing together rising U-23 football stars from across the region to compete for the prestigious title.
This was the first time that the competition was held under the auspices of the Arab Gulf Cup Football Federation (AGCFF).
“The U-23 Gulf Cup is part of a thrilling football season in the country, with Qatar making history by hosting numerous tournaments consecutively."
"The successful delivery of this tournament once again showcased Qatar’s commitment towards supporting emerging football talents from the region, while uniting fans to celebrate our shared passion for football. Congratulations to all the players who took part, and to Saudi Arabia for clinching the trophy,” said Jassim Sultan Al Rumaihi, AGCFF Secretary General.
The AGCFF U-23 Gulf Cup Qatar 2025 featured a total of 14 matches played on state-of-the-art pitches at Aspire Zone, that most recently served as a venue for a historic edition of the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025.
Prior to the tournament, Qatar also hosted the AGCFF U-17 Gulf Cup Qatar 2025 that saw Saudi Arabia lift the trophy.
The AGCFF U-23 Gulf Cup Qatar 2025 is part of an exhilarating football calendar in Qatar, which also includes the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 taking place from December 1-18, as well as the FIFA Intercontinental Cup Qatar 2025 on December 10, 13, and 17, reflecting Qatar’s ongoing capability to host world-class sporting events.
