Referees review key group-stage decisions
MUSCAT, JUNE 20 The group stage of the Fifa World Cup 2026 has not only delivered thrilling football action and memorable goals but has also generated significant debate surrounding several...
WC through Omani eyes: stars pick favourites and contenders
MUSCAT, JUNE 13 As the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches are underway, football enthusiasts across the globe have already begun debating potential champions, standout players and the matches they eagerly...
Fifa World Cup can provide major boost to national businesses and SMEs
MUSCAT, JUNE 6 The Fifa World Cup is not only the biggest football tournament in the world but also a significant economic opportunity for businesses, small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Business...
Ahmed al Jabri concludes campaign at Asian U20 Athletics
MUSCAT, JUNE 4 Oman’s promising young sprinter Ahmed bin Qais bin Moosa al Jabri recently concluded his participation at the 22nd Asian U20 Athletics Championships, which took place in Hong Kong...
Oman’s Abdulmonem to officiate at Asian Open Water swimming in Bali
MUSCAT, JUNE 3 Oman’s international swimming referee, Abdulmonem bin Khamis al Alawi was appointed as the head referee for the Men’s 5 km race event at the 12th Asian Open Water Swimming...
Oman umpire named for ITTF World Masters
MUSCAT, JUNE 1 The Sultanate of Oman will be represented by a distinguished group of six international table tennis umpires at the prestigious ITTF World Masters Championship which is scheduled to...
2025-26 football season provides impressive achievements
MUSCAT: The curtain came down on the Oman 2025-2026 football season after more than nine months of intense competition, memorable moments and impressive achievements across various domestic and...
Dhofar gears up for diverse sports, youth events
MUSCAT, MAY 28 The Directorate-General of Culture, Sports and Youth in Dhofar Governorate is preparing to organise a series of diverse sports, cultural, and youth events that will be held at sports...
Oman cyclists set for 2026 UCI Road Worlds in Canada
MUSCAT: Oman’s national cycling teams intensified their preparations through a series of domestic and overseas training camps ahead of several major regional and international competitions,...
Al Balushi among top Asian 20 sprinters in men’s 100m
MUSCAT, MAY 25 Oman’s sprinter Ali al Balushi earned a place among the top 20 Asian athletes in the Men’s 100 metres for under-20 category after his impressive national and regional record...
Parents call for smarter, diverse Summer Sports
MUSCAT, MAY 23 As the summer vacation period approaches, parents across the Sultanate of Oman have called for the development and diversification of summer sports programmes organised by the Ministry...
UTAS emerge champions of Ocus football tournament
MUSCAT, MAY 22 The Oman Committee for University Sports (Ocus) concluded successfully the 2026 universities and colleges football season following an exciting final round which witnessed strong...
Oman weightlifters conclude participation at Asian Championship in India
MUSCAT: Oman national weightlifting team concluded their participation at the Asian Weightlifting Championship in Gandhinagar, India, following competitive performances by the Sultanate of Oman’s...
Behind the Microphone:Making of a successful sports commentator
MUSCAT: Sports commentary is one of the most influential elements in modern sport, serving as the voice that connects millions of fans to the excitement, drama and emotion of competition. Beyond...
Nasser al Jabri attends Badminton Asia Coach Xceleration Programme
MUSCAT: Oman badminton coach Nasser bin Sulaiman al Jabri, is currently taking part in the prestigious Badminton Asia (BA) Coach Xceleration Programme, which is underway in Malaysia under the...
Oman fencers eye medals at GCC Games in Doha
MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman will be represented by nine fencers at the GCC Games Doha 2026 which is underway until May 22 in Doha. The national fencing team is aiming to deliver strong performances...
Oman weightlifters ready for Asian meet
MUSCAT: Oman national weightlifting team are taking part in the Asian Weightlifting Championship which is currently underway in Gandhinagar, Gurat in India and will conclude on May 17. The prestigious...
A lifetime dedicated to refereeing
MUSCAT, MAY 9 For more than five decades, veteran Omani referee Salim Ali Rajab has remained one of the respected names in the country’s refereeing history, dedicating his life to football as a...
Said al Amri becomes first Omani to earn FIFAe referee certification
MUSCAT, MAY 8 Oman’s Said al Amri achieved a historic milestone after successfully completing the FIFAe Referee Certification Programme to become the first Omani officially certified as a FIFAe...
Coach Hamood eyes final rounds at Beach Handball Worlds
MUSCAT: The experienced Oman head coach, Hamood al Hasani, voiced confidence that the national beach handball team will deliver a strong performance at the upcoming 2026 IHF Beach Handball World...