Iraq crowned Gulf Veterans Cup champions after beating Saudi Arabia
Iraq won the second edition of the Gulf Veterans Cup, held in Qatar in 2026, beating Saudi Arabia 4-3 on penalties in the final after the match ended goalless in regulation time. Iraq thus retained the title for the second consecutive time.
Iraq were crowned champions of the second edition of the Gulf Veterans Cup, held in Qatar in 2026, after beating Saudi Arabia 4-3 on penalties in the final, following a goalless draw in regulation time. Iraq thus retained the title for the second consecutive time.
The final was held at Saud bin Abdulrahman Stadium, bringing to a close the tournament organised by the Gulf Football Federation in cooperation with the Local Organising Committee for Football Events in Qatar, with teams from all eight Gulf federations taking part. Iraq's Khaldoun Ibrahim won the Best Player award, Noor Sabri was named Best Goalkeeper, and Hammadi Ahmed claimed the top scorer award after scoring five goals.