Saudi fans celebrate fourth Gulf Cup title at packed Jeddah stadium
A record crowd at Jeddah’s Al-Inma Stadium watched Saudi Arabia defeat the UAE to claim their fourth Gulf Cup title in the tournament’s final.
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AIAl-Inma Stadium in Jeddah saw a massive turnout during the final of the 27th Gulf Cup, which pitted Saudi Arabia against the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday night.
A total of 62,827 spectators filled the stands to witness Saudi Arabia clinch the title with a 2-0 victory over the UAE.
Saudi fans joined the Green Falcons in celebrating their fourth Gulf Cup triumph, on a night that also saw several national team stars receive individual awards.
The celebrations at Al-Inma Stadium were capped by Saudi Arabia’s championship win, with Hammam Al-Hamami named Best Player, Mohammed Al-Owais awarded Best Goalkeeper, and Firas Al-Buraikan finishing as top scorer of Gulf Cup 27.
The Saudi national football team secured the Gulf Cup title after defeating the UAE 2-0 in the final held at Al-Inma Stadium, part of King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah.
The Green Falcons took an early lead as Hammam Al-Hamami scored in the 11th minute, followed by a second goal from Firas Al-Buraikan just two minutes later in the 13th minute, maintaining their advantage until the final whistle to seal the championship.