Oman
Oman’s journey to the final has been nothing short of dramatic. They started their campaign with a 2-1 victory over Qatar, followed by a hard-fought 1-1 draw against the UAE. In the semi-finals, Oman faced Saudi Arabia and triumphed with a 2-1 win despite being a man down for most of the match. Goals from Arshad Al Alawi and Ali Al-Busaidi sealed their place in the final.
Bahrain
Bahrain’s path to the final has been equally impressive. They began with a 1-0 win over Yemen, followed by a 2-1 victory against Iraq. In the semi-finals, Bahrain faced hosts Kuwait and secured a 1-0 victory with a goal from Mohamed Marhoon. Despite being reduced to 10 men, Bahrain’s defense held strong to see them through to the final.
Top Players
Oman
Arshad Al Alawi: The star forward has been instrumental in Oman’s success, scoring crucial goals in both the group stage and the semi-finals.
Ali Al-Busaidi: Another key player, his goal in the semi-final against Saudi Arabia was a game-changer.
Fayez Al Rushaidi: The goalkeeper has been a rock-solid presence, making crucial saves throughout the tournament.
Bahrain
Mohamed Marhoon: The striker’s goal in the semi-final against Kuwait was pivotal, and he has been a consistent threat in front of goal.
Komail Al Aswad: The midfielder has been a key playmaker, providing assists and controlling the midfield.
Amine Benaddi: The defender has been a stalwart in defense, helping Bahrain keep clean sheets in crucial matches.
Top Goalscorers
Arshad Al Alawi (Oman): 3 goals
Ali Al-Busaidi (Oman): 2 goals
Mohamed Marhoon (Bahrain): 2 goals
Best Defenders
Ali Al-Busaidi (Oman): Known for his defensive prowess and goal-scoring ability.
Amine Benaddi (Bahrain) A reliable defender who has been crucial in keeping Bahrain’s defense solid.
Final Location and Heritage
The final will be held at the Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium in Kuwait City. This stadium, with a capacity of 80,000 spectators, has hosted numerous memorable matches and is a symbol of Kuwait’s rich sporting heritage.
Kuwait, the host nation, has a proud footballing history, having won the Gulf Cup 10 times. The country’s passion for football is evident in the enthusiastic support from fans, who create an electrifying atmosphere in the stadium.
Kick Off in All Time Zones
The final match will kick off at 8:45 PM (Kuwait time) on January 4, 2025. Here’s how the kick-off time translates across different time zones:
UTC (Coordinated Universal Time): 5:45 PM
Eastern Standard Time (EST): 10:45 AM
Central Standard Time (CST): 9:45 AM
Mountain Standard Time (MST): 8:45 AM
Pacific Standard Time (PST): 7:45 AM
British Summer Time (BST): 2:45 PM
Central European Summer Time (CEST): 3:45 PM
Indian Standard Time (IST): 7:15 PM
China Standard Time (CST): 8:45 PM
Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)**: 11:45 PM
Live Broadcast Information
Fans around the world can catch the action live on the following channels:
ESPN+ (USA)
ESPN App (USA)
Sport TV1 (Europe)
Polsat Sport (Europe)
Okko Sport (Europe)
Dubai Sports 1 (Middle East)
Shahid (Middle East)
KTV Sports (Middle East)
Don’t miss the chance to witness this thrilling final and cheer on your favorite team!
