the Olympic team’s campaign at the 2025 U-23 Gulf Cup concluded with a disappointing result, marking a challenging tournament for the squad. Following earlier losses to Saudi Arabia and host nation Qatar [[1]], and [[2]], today’s 2-1 defeat to Kuwait at Aspire Zone’s number 2 stadium confirms the team will leave the competition without a point. The tournament, which serves as key preparation for future international play, saw Qatar advance to the semi-finals [[3]].
The Olympic team concluded its participation in the 2025 U-23 Gulf Cup with a third consecutive defeat, falling to Kuwait 2-1 in a match held at Aspire Zone’s number 2 stadium in Doha, Qatar, on December 16th.
Kuwait dominated the first half, opening the scoring with a direct free kick in the 15th minute and doubling their advantage from the penalty spot in the 31st. The Olympic team showed improved form after the break, with Ali Al-Dosari pulling one back in the 68th minute, but they were unable to find an equalizer.
The loss means the Olympic team finishes the tournament without a point, having suffered defeats to Saudi Arabia (5-0) and Qatar (1-0) in their previous matches.
