13/10/2026
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13/10/2026
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KUWAIT CITY, Oct 13, (KUNA): Kuwait's First Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah affirmed on Monday that all the Interior Ministry's potential would be harnessed to make a successful Saudi Super Cup.
Following a signing ceremony for the Saudi Super Cup sponsorship deal at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium, Sheikh Fahad Al-Yusuf told KUNA that hosting the championship reflects the confidence of the Saudi leadership and officials in Kuwait's organizational capabilities and embodies the deep-rooted brotherly relations between the two sisterly nations.
He welcomed the Saudi brothers to their second country, Kuwait, as well as fans from various countries, affirming Kuwait's keenness to provide all capabilities to ensure the success of the championship.
The safety of the audience and participants is a top priority in all phases of preparation and organization, he added.
He underlined the importance of integrated security and service plans and accurate implementation in a manner that ensures the smooth flow of games.
Sheikh Fahad Al-Yusuf stressed the importance of comprehensive security and service plans, noting that precise implementation is key to ensuring the seamless running of the matches.
In addition, Sheikh Fahad Al-Yusuf emphasized that Kuwait stands by Saudi Arabia in all measures it takes to safeguard its security, stability, and sovereignty.
He reiterated that Saudi Arabia's security is an integral part of the security of Kuwait and GCC states.
Meanwhile, Kuwait's Public Authority for Youth and Sports (PAYS) signed an agreement on Monday to sponsor the Saudi Football Super Cup as a government partner, in the presence of First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah and Minister of State for Youth and Sports Affairs Dr. Tareq Al-Jalahma.
In a press statement, the authority said that its participation as a government partner in the Saudi Football Super Cup reflects its commitment to supporting the hosting of major sporting events and strengthening Kuwait's position on the regional and international sports scene.
The partnership is part of the authority's efforts to develop the sports sector, boost sports tourism, and attract spectators, thereby contributing to greater sporting and tourism activity in the country, the statement added.
The authority explained that Kuwait's hosting of the tournament reflects the deep-rooted historical and fraternal ties between the State of Kuwait and the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Kuwait will host the 13th edition of the Saudi Football Super Cup from December 19 to 23 at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium, with four clubs participating: Al-Nassr, Al-Ahli, Al-Qadsiah and Al-Kholood.
The two semi-final matches will take place on December 19 and 20, while the final will be held on December 23.
