Doha: As organisers receive an overwhelming response to ticket sales, the iconic Education City Stadium is expected to be packed with spectators when Al Sadd take on Qatar SC in the Amir Cup final on Friday. Addressing a press conference yesterday, the members of the organising committee for the title clash of the prestigious tournament said preparations were on track to host the showdown in a befitting manner. The final will kick off at 7:00 pm.
Eyeing a record-extending 19th crown, Wesam Rizk’s Al Sadd will start as favourites but Qatar SC, coached by Youssef Al Noubi, have proved themselves as a force to be reckoned with after beating Al Rayyan and Al Gharafa on their way to the final after 20 years. Al Sadd, who defeated Al Duhail in the semi-final, are set to receive massive support on Friday as their fans are outnumbering Qatar SC supporters in the ticket sales which started on Sunday night. Tickets are up for grabs for QR50, QR30 and QR10.
“The demand for tickets is huge especially from Al Sadd SC fans since the sales started two days ago,” Qatar Football Association’s (QFA) Deputy Manager of Media Ali Al Salat told reporters at the Education City Stadium. The QFA later yesterday posted on X that 65 percent of available tickets were sold out within 48 hours. Apart from the thrilling final, the organising committee will also hold many entertainment activities on the sidelines with an array of prizes on offer.
“To mark the 52nd edition, 52 prizes including a ca.