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Al Amerat, Al Oruba post victories in Beach Soccer league

MUSCAT, DEC 20The actions of 2025/2026 Oman Beach Soccer League is underway as the matches of the ninth and tenth rounds delivered a series of tough matches which featured emphatic victories and closely fought contests...

Al Oruba controlled proceedings from the opening set and displayed sharp attacking movement.

Red Warriors gear up for Somalia clash in Doha

The Red Warriors will be looking to capitalise on their recent cohesion and competitive training.

Seeb, Sur, Al Nahda and Sohar advance to Jetour Cup semifinals

Seeb continued their strong campaign with a 2–1 victory over Dhofar.

Chelsea sink Burnley to close gap on leaders Arsenal

Chelsea's Pedro Neto in action with Burnley's Maxime Esteve. — Reuters

Oman remain in 79th spot in Fifa ranking for November

The Red Warriors’ ranking reflects their recent international engagements, including two friendly matches played earlier this month as part of preparations for upcoming continental and regional commitments.

Italy to face Northern Ireland in 2026 WC playoffs

Italy will take on Northern Ireland on March 26 next year at an Italian venue that is yet to be confirmed, after to the draw made in Zurich on Thursday.

Ivory Coast beat Oman ahead of Arab Cup playoff

Despite several scoring attempts, the Red Warriors were unable to find a breakthrough.

Scotland beat Denmark 4-2 in thriller to reach World Cup

Scotland players celebrate on the pitch after the FIFA World Cup 2026 European qualification football match between Scotland and Denmark at Hampden Park. — AFP

Brazil held to friendly draw by Tunisia despite Estevao goal

Tunisia's defender #03 Montassar Talbi (CL) heads the ball in front of Brazil's forward #20 Estevao (CR) during the International friendly football match between Brazil and Tunisia at Stade Pierre-Mauroy, in Villeneuve-d'Ascq, northern France. — AFP

Germany, Netherlands lock up World Cup spots in style

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Red Warriors set for major warm up test against Côte d'Ivoire today

The encounter will mark Oman’s second warm-up match in the underway domestic camp, following their convincing 2-0 win over Sudan last Friday at the same venue.

Sohar, Seeb hold top spots at Jetour Cup

Seeb and Al Nasr players in action.

Oman defeat Sudan in tune-up match

Oman and Sudan players in action.

France qualify for World Cup as Portugal, Norway forced to wait

TOPSHOT - France's head coach Didier Deschamps (C) flanked by France's forward #10 Kylian Mbappe (C-R) celebrate with teammates and members of staff after winning the 2026 World Cup qualifiers Europe zone group D football match between France and Ukraine at the Parc des Princes stadium in Paris, on November 13, 2025. France wins 4 - 0 against Ukraine and qualifies foe the 2026 World Cup. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE / AFP)

Oman U17 team falls in first Thailand friendly

Oman and Thailand players in action.

Oman U23 team registers 2–0 triumph in first camp friendly

The Oman Olympic (U23) team and Muscat Club players in action. — Abdulwahid al Hamadani
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