Second-place race heats up in Beach Soccer

Muscat, Dec 31

Excitement continues on Thursday in the 2025–2026 Beach Soccer League as the 12th round gets underway, in what is considered one of the most crucial rounds of the season, with the competition nearing its conclusion and the battle intensifying for the top positions, whether in the race for the runners-up spot or for improving standings in the league table.

The round opens with a highly anticipated clash between Al Oruba and Masirah at the sandy pitch of the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex in Bousher, in a match that carries great competitive significance as it represents a direct battle for second place.

Al Oruba entered the match in third place with 21 points, determined to secure a victory that would allow them to reclaim the runners-up position and finish their season on a positive note. The team has produced a series of strong performances in recent rounds, standing out for their solid defensive organisation and quick attacking transitions, which have proven to be a decisive factor in many matches.

Masirah, on the other hand, comes into the fixture sitting in second place with 22 points, aiming to protect their position ahead of the final round, which would give them a major psychological advantage in the battle for second place. The team relies on its experience in handling big matches and the strength of its attacking line, which has shown its ability to decide games in critical moments, making this encounter wide open in terms of outcome.

The second match will take place at the sandy pitch of the Sultan Qaboos Youth Complex for Culture and Entertainment in Salalah, where Mirbat face Saham in a clash in which each side is pursuing different objectives.

Saham go into the match in fourth place with 15 points, looking to claim all three points to move closer to third place and boost their chances of improving their final league position. The team is counting on its technical stability and the strong fighting spirit shown by its players in recent rounds.

Meanwhile, Mirbat, who sit in fifth place with six points, will be seeking a positive result to increase their points tally and gain a morale boost before the season draws to a close, as they aim to deliver a respectable performance that reflects their growing development.

Both matches are expected to produce a high technical level and plenty of excitement, with all four teams eager to achieve the best possible finish to their league campaigns.