Saudi Football Federation To Kick Off New Custodian Of The Two Holy Mosques Cup Season

The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) is set to unveil the latest edition of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Cup for the 2023-2024 season this Wednesday in Riyadh. This event is not just a launch but also features the draw for the semi-final round, showcasing top clubs such as Al-Hilal, Al-Nassr, Al-Khaleej, and Al-Ittihad. The significance of this launch is underscored by Al-Hilal Club's achievement in retaining the previous edition of the cup, having won the title last year. This victory marked their fourth championship win (2015, 2017, 2020, 2023), a feat that aligns with the competition's regulatory rules allowing a club to retain the cup after three consecutive wins or four intermittent victories.

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Cup stands as the pinnacle of domestic football championships in Saudi Arabia. Historically, it has been won by ten different clubs: Al-Ahli, Al-Hilal, Al-Ittihad, Al-Nassr, Al-Shabab, Al-Ettifaq, Al-Wehda, Al-Fayha, Al-Faisaly, and Al-Taawoun. The winner of this prestigious tournament not only takes home a prize of SAR 10 million but also secures a direct entry into the Saudi Super Cup and the AFC Champions League.

This year's launch and semi-final draw event marks a continuation of the rich legacy of football in Saudi Arabia. The competition not only celebrates sporting excellence but also fosters a spirit of healthy competition among the nation's top football clubs. As teams prepare to battle it out for the coveted title, fans eagerly anticipate another thrilling chapter in Saudi football history.

With inputs from SPA