Sat, 24 Oct 2026 03:58:16 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198410/sports/football/bournemouth-hammer-10-man-milan-juventus-held Bournemouth's Scottish midfielder #11 Ben Gannon-Doak runs with the ball whilst under pressure during the UEFA Europa League, league stage football match between Bournemouth and AC Milan Graz at the Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth, southern England on October 22, 2026. (Photo by Glyn KIRK / AFP) Bournemouth's Scottish midfielder #11 Ben Gannon-Doak runs with the ball whilst under pressure during the UEFA Europa League, league stage football match between Bournemouth and AC Milan Graz at the Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth, southern England on October 22, 2026. (Photo by Glyn KIRK / AFP) Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:17:37 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198408/sports/football/red-card-proves-costly-as-oman-u17s-lose-to-uae Bashar al Shamsi gave Oman a deserved first-half lead. Bashar al Shamsi gave Oman a deserved first-half lead. Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:13:41 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198400/sports/football/oman-to-face-morocco-lebanon-and-libya-in-group-b The Arab tournament will serve as an important preparatory event ahead of the Asian championship. The Arab tournament will serve as an important preparatory event ahead of the Asian championship. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:27:08 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198398/sports/football/como-sink-man-utd-as-arsenal-deny-bayern-real-shine-in-cl Como's Argentine midfielder #10 Nicolas Paz runs with the ball during the UEFA Champions League, league phase matchday 3, football match between Como 1907 and Manchester United at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia in Como, northen Italy on October 21, 2026. (Photo by Marco BERTORELLO / AFP) Como's Argentine midfielder #10 Nicolas Paz runs with the ball during the UEFA Champions League, league phase matchday 3, football match between Como 1907 and Manchester United at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia in Como, northen Italy on October 21, 2026. (Photo by Marco BERTORELLO / AFP) Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:26:54 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198202/sports/football/psg-late-show-downs-barca-in-cl-liverpool-fight-back Paris St Germain's Vitinha celebrates scoring their third goal against FC Barcelona during the Uefa Champions League match in Paris. — Reuters Paris St Germain's Vitinha celebrates scoring their third goal against FC Barcelona during the Uefa Champions League match in Paris. — Reuters Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:32:24 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198140/sports/football/qurayat-masirah-claim-wins-as-womens-futsal-race-tightens Qurayat and Masirah secured victories in the second round of the second stage of the Women’s Futsal League. Qurayat and Masirah secured victories in the second round of the second stage of the Women’s Futsal League. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:34:05 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198137/sports/football/al-shabab-al-nahda-hit-five-as-jl-fifth-round-concludes 656464 656464 Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:29:19 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198136/sports/football/oman-u17s-fall-short-against-china-in-gulf-cup-opener Oman and China players in action during the U17 Gulf Cup in Doha. Oman and China players in action during the U17 Gulf Cup in Doha. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:26:46 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198135/sports/football/ronaldo-handed-30-day-suspension-after-walking-out-on-portugal Cristiano Ronaldo Cristiano Ronaldo Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:23:54 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198068/sports/football/oman-step-up-asian-cup-preparations-after-belarus-camp Untitled-1 Untitled-1 Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:25:01 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198066/sports/football/citys-semenyo-out-for-up-to-eight-weeks-haaland-may-be-fit-to-face-aek Manchester City's Erling Haaland reacts. — REUTERS Manchester City's Erling Haaland reacts. — REUTERS Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:20:58 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198008/sports/football/fanja-stun-saham-as-samayil-draw-with-al-musannah-in-jl Action from Fanja’s 3-1 victory over Saham in the fifth round of the Jindal League. Action from Fanja’s 3-1 victory over Saham in the fifth round of the Jindal League. Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:04:09 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197929/sports/football/brunei-replace-bahrain-in-omans-kings-cup-build-up For Oman, the trip forms part of preparations for the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027. For Oman, the trip forms part of preparations for the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027. Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:00:04 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197927/sports/football/musandam-schoolgirls-break-barriers-through-football Musandam Girls Football Team Musandam Girls Football Team Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:57:52 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197888/sports/football/oman-u17-players-all-set-for-gulf-challenge-in-doha Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:35:06 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197886/sports/football/al-nahda-fall-to-al-faisaly-in-afc-cl2-in-amman Jameel al Yahmadi fired over from outside the area in the 70th minute. Jameel al Yahmadi fired over from outside the area in the 70th minute. Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:29:32 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197885/sports/football/al-duhail-blank-al-shabab-in-gulf-opener Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:28:14 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197847/sports/football/al-haj-hat-trick-leaves-seeb-searching-for-first-points-in-asia Aref al Haj scored a hat-trick to give Jordan’s Al Hussein a 3-0 victory at Seeb Stadium. — Abdulwahid al Hamadani Aref al Haj scored a hat-trick to give Jordan’s Al Hussein a 3-0 victory at Seeb Stadium. — Abdulwahid al Hamadani Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:28:31 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197835/sports/football/atletico-sink-man-utd-as-viking-deny-bayern-in-champions-league Atletico Madrid players applaud fans after the Uefa Champions League match against Manchester United in Madrid. — Reuters Atletico Madrid players applaud fans after the Uefa Champions League match against Manchester United in Madrid. — Reuters Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:10:31 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197685/sports/football/atleticos-simeone-encourages-goalless-alvarez-improvement Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez reacts. — REUTERS Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez reacts. — REUTERS Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:28:17 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197623/sports/football/saham-go-top-as-al-musannah-claim-first-win Dhofar and Samayil shared the points in a 2-2 draw at Al Saada Sports Complex, with Hussam al Naabi scoring a late equaliser for Dhofar. Dhofar and Samayil shared the points in a 2-2 draw at Al Saada Sports Complex, with Hussam al Naabi scoring a late equaliser for Dhofar. Sun, 11 Oct 2026 17:50:30 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197533/sports/football/oman-should-fix-defensive-lapses-sharpen-tactics-ahead-of-asian-cup Sat, 10 Oct 2026 15:44:14 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197532/sports/football/oman-u17s-regroup-for-gulf-cup-asian-qualifiers During the match against Jordanian team in the West Asian Football Federation Youth Championship During the match against Jordanian team in the West Asian Football Federation Youth Championship Sat, 10 Oct 2026 15:30:56 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197527/sports/football/arsenal-hit-back-to-beat-leeds-2-1 Arsenal's Martin Odegaard reacts. — Reuters Arsenal's Martin Odegaard reacts. — Reuters Sat, 10 Oct 2026 15:12:03 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197503/sports/football/title-race-heats-up-as-womens-futsal-enters-decisive-phase Masirah will face Al Amerat in the opening match at 4 pm. Masirah will face Al Amerat in the opening match at 4 pm. Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:59:30 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197502/sports/football/liverpool-without-isak-gakpo-for-heavyweight-man-city-clash Liverpool's Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo. — Reuters Liverpool's Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo. — Reuters Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:55:43 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197452/sports/football/seeb-al-nahda-gear-up-for-second-round-of-afc-champions-league-2 Seeb are all set to host Jordan’s Al Hussein on Tuesday. Seeb are all set to host Jordan’s Al Hussein on Tuesday. Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:47:12 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197449/sports/football/african-football-leaders-rally-behind-infantino-for-fifa-reelection Fifa President Gianni Infantino with the match referees during the trophy ceremony of the Gulf Cup in Jeddah. — Reuters Fifa President Gianni Infantino with the match referees during the trophy ceremony of the Gulf Cup in Jeddah. — Reuters Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:37:44 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197399/sports/football/former-spain-barca-winger-pedro-retires-from-football Pedro Rodriguez Pedro Rodriguez Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:46:28 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197367/sports/football/al-hammami-al-buraikan-fire-saudi-arabia-to-gulf-crown Saudi Arabia's Firas al Buraikan in action with United Arab Emirates' Ala Zhir during the Gulf Cup final at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, Jeddah. — Reuters Saudi Arabia's Firas al Buraikan in action with United Arab Emirates' Ala Zhir during the Gulf Cup final at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, Jeddah. — Reuters Tue, 06 Oct 2026 20:25:46 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197366/sports/football/gulf-cup-leaves-its-mark A falconer carries a bird of prey on the pitch at half-time during the final. — Reuters A falconer carries a bird of prey on the pitch at half-time during the final. — Reuters Tue, 06 Oct 2026 20:22:15 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197288/sports/football/donis-targets-saudi-glory-dalic-seeks-uae-title The Gulf Cup trophy on display during the pre-final press conference in Jeddah. — Abdulwahid al Hamadani The Gulf Cup trophy on display during the pre-final press conference in Jeddah. — Abdulwahid al Hamadani Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:22:33 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197287/sports/football/saudi-arabia-uae-set-for-historic-first-final Saudi Arabia's Mohammed al Owais celebrates with team-mates after the match.— Reuters Saudi Arabia's Mohammed al Owais celebrates with team-mates after the match.— Reuters Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:20:26 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197235/sports/football/sektioui-urges-patience-as-oman-exit Oman players gather on the pitch following the defeat. — Abdulwahid al Hamadani Oman players gather on the pitch following the defeat. — Abdulwahid al Hamadani Sun, 04 Oct 2026 15:58:28 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197236/sports/football/uae-saudi-arabia-set-for-final-showdown United Arab Emirates' Oumar Camara celebrates scoring their first goal with Luciano Pereira and Marcelo Meloni. — Reuters United Arab Emirates' Oumar Camara celebrates scoring their first goal with Luciano Pereira and Marcelo Meloni. — Reuters Sun, 04 Oct 2026 15:57:41 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197195/sports/football/oman-exit-gulf-cup-after-1-0-loss-to-uae Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:39:57 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197194/sports/football/saudi-arabia-edge-qatar-on-penalties-to-reach-final Saudi Arabia goalkeeper Mohammed al Owais saves a shot during the penalty shoot-out in the Gulf Cup semifinal against Qatar at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. — Reuters Saudi Arabia goalkeeper Mohammed al Owais saves a shot during the penalty shoot-out in the Gulf Cup semifinal against Qatar at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. — Reuters Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:38:36 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197172/sports/football/growing-economic-value-of-gulf-cup Oman and Iraq players in action during the Gulf Cup 27 in Jeddah. Oman and Iraq players in action during the Gulf Cup 27 in Jeddah. Sat, 03 Oct 2026 16:59:48 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197143/sports/football/oman-ready-to-seize-chance-against-uae-sektioui Oman head coach Tarik Sektioui expressed confidence in his players’ readiness, praising their determination to overcome difficult circumstances and reach the semifinals. — Abdulwahid al Hamadani Oman head coach Tarik Sektioui expressed confidence in his players’ readiness, praising their determination to overcome difficult circumstances and reach the semifinals. — Abdulwahid al Hamadani Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:47:29 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197142/sports/football/donis-seeks-to-continue-momentum-as-saudi-arabia-face-qatar Saudi Arabia coach Georgios Donis stressed that concentration would be the key to overcoming Qatar. Saudi Arabia coach Georgios Donis stressed that concentration would be the key to overcoming Qatar. Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:45:47 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197138/sports/football/portugal-win-without-ronaldo-as-klopps-germany-get-first-victory Portugal's defender #20 Joao Cancelo (C) celebrates scoring the opening goal with his teammates during the UEFA Nations League Group A4 match between Denmark and Portugal at Parken stadium in Copenhagen on October 1, 2026. - Denmark OUT (Photo by Liselotte Sabroe / RITZAU SCANPIX / AFP) Portugal's defender #20 Joao Cancelo (C) celebrates scoring the opening goal with his teammates during the UEFA Nations League Group A4 match between Denmark and Portugal at Parken stadium in Copenhagen on October 1, 2026. - Denmark OUT (Photo by Liselotte Sabroe / RITZAU SCANPIX / AFP) Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:15:07 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197120/sports/football/oman-to-face-uae-in-semis-after-qatar-draw Qatar and the UAE players in action during their Group B match. — Abdulwahid al Hamadani Qatar and the UAE players in action during their Group B match. — Abdulwahid al Hamadani Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:34:30 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197119/sports/football/dalic-pleased-with-uae-performance-lopetegui-promises-strong-show United Arab Emirates coach Zlatko Dalic before the match against Bahrain. — Reuters United Arab Emirates coach Zlatko Dalic before the match against Bahrain. — Reuters Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:32:39 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197070/sports/football/al-rawahi-al-shaqsi-strike-in-dramatic-entry-to-semis Oman players celebrate after the Group A Gulf Cup match against Kuwait at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Sports City Stadium, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. — Reuters Oman players celebrate after the Group A Gulf Cup match against Kuwait at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Sports City Stadium, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. — Reuters Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:38:10 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197069/sports/football/sektioui-backs-oman-choices-looks-ahead-with-confidence Oman head coach Tarik Sektioui during the match against Kuwait. — Abdulwahid al Hamadani Oman head coach Tarik Sektioui during the match against Kuwait. — Abdulwahid al Hamadani Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:33:49 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197068/sports/football/oman-u17s-exit-waff-championship-after-uae-defeat UAE beat Oman 1-0 in their second Group B match at Aqaba Stadium in Jordan. UAE beat Oman 1-0 in their second Group B match at Aqaba Stadium in Jordan. Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:32:41 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197067/sports/football/oman-corporate-league-2026-draw-held-at-sultan-haitham-city The 2026 edition will feature three separate competitions: Category A, Category B and Category 40, providing companies with opportunities to compete across different categories. The 2026 edition will feature three separate competitions: Category A, Category B and Category 40, providing companies with opportunities to compete across different categories. Riad98999r@gmail.com (Riyadh Al Balushi) Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:32:16 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197012/sports/football/soccer-man-citys-leadership-cannot-continue-says-former-chairman Wed, 30 Sep 2026 05:32:42 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197010/sports/football/oman-reach-gulf-cup-semi-after-rare-draw Photo by Abdualwahead al Hamadani Photo by Abdualwahead al Hamadani Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:02:18 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197006/sports/football/omans-gulf-cup-performance-evokes-mixed-reactions Saudi Arabia's Hassan Kadesh in action with Oman's Sultan al Marzouqi at King Abdullah Sport City Stadium. — Reuters Saudi Arabia's Hassan Kadesh in action with Oman's Sultan al Marzouqi at King Abdullah Sport City Stadium. — Reuters Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:53:00 +0400