Al-Jalahma: Strengthening Kuwait's Status as Host of Major Events

Kuwait’s Minister of State for Youth and Sports Affairs, Dr. Tariq Al-Jalahma, announced yesterday that Kuwait will host the 2026–2027 Saudi Super Cup in December, featuring Al-Nassr, Al-Ahli, Al-Qadsia, and Al-Khlood, at the Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium.

Speaking to the media after signing the agreement, Minister Al-Jalahma stated that hosting the 13th edition of the Saudi Super Cup from December 19 to 23 represents a significant Gulf sporting event that enhances the country’s standing as a host for major tournaments and sporting events. He noted that hosting such events is the result of the strong support provided to Kuwaiti sports by the political leadership, represented by His Highness the Amir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah; His Highness the Crown Prince, Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah; and His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Prime Minister. He emphasized the commitment to translating these high-level directives into actions that elevate Kuwaiti sports and raise the country’s flag high on various international platforms.

Al-Jalahma added that hosting the Saudi Super Cup marks the first surprise of the Kuwait Youth and Sports Season, which includes a range of distinctive events, tournaments, and initiatives. He pointed out that the season aims to attract notable events that help consolidate Kuwait’s position as a destination for hosting major sporting activities. He clarified that Kuwait’s selection to host the tournament reflects confidence in its organizational capabilities, its sporting infrastructure, and its expertise in successfully delivering major events. He noted that the hosting will provide the tournament with significant fan and media momentum, given the popularity of Saudi football among the Kuwaiti public.

He praised the role of the Al-Rai Media Group Alliance and Aayan Leasing and Investment Company in bringing the tournament to Kuwait, affirming that this initiative demonstrates the ability of the Kuwaiti private sector to be an active partner in supporting the sports sector and hosting and organizing major events.

Earlier yesterday, the Public Authority for Youth and Sports launched the Kuwait Youth and Sports Season project, aimed at organizing and developing youth and sports activities in the country, alongside announcing the new visual identity following the merger of the Youth Authority and the Sports Authority. This took place during a special ceremony held at the Jaber Cultural Center, under the patronage of the Council of Ministers and in the presence of Minister of State for Youth and Sports Affairs Dr. Tariq Al-Jalahma and Capital Governor Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah.