Gulf Football Union Announces Launch of Ticket Sales for 'Gulf Cup 27'

The Gulf Football Union, in collaboration with the Local Organizing Committee, announced on Monday the launch of ticket sales for the 27th edition of the Gulf Cup, hosted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This marks the first time the tournament is held in Jeddah, taking place from September 23 to October 6, 2026, with eight Gulf national teams competing in 15 matches across the King Abdullah Sports City and Prince Abdullah Al Faisal City stadiums.

Ticket prices for the opening match, semi-finals, and final are divided into five categories: SAR 120 for Category 1, SAR 97 for Category 2, SAR 71 for Category 3, and SAR 45 for Category 4. A Premium category is available starting at SAR 243, while Gold tickets are priced at SAR 355 and Silver tickets at SAR 315 for all matches.

For group stage matches held at King Abdullah Sports City, ticket prices include five categories: SAR 93 for Category 1, SAR 67 for Category 2, SAR 45 for Category 3, and SAR 22 for Category 4, with a Premium category available at SAR 187.

For group stage matches at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal City, tickets are offered in three categories: SAR 60 for Category 1, SAR 37 for Category 2, and SAR 22 for Category 3. Tickets can be purchased via the official ticketing website the-gff.com/tickets or through the GFF Tickets app.

Each fan can book up to six tickets per match and choose to attend their national team’s games during the group stage and knockout rounds. All tickets will be available digitally, allowing fans to download them to their smartphones and add them to their digital wallets, enabling entry without the need for an internet connection.

Jassim Al-Rumaihi, Secretary General of the Gulf Football Union, emphasized that the Gulf Cup represents “the premier platform for Gulf football,” expressing his hope that the upcoming edition will witness unprecedented levels of attendance and fan engagement.

He praised Saudi Arabia’s hosting of the tournament for the fifth time, citing its advanced infrastructure and accumulated organizational expertise. He noted the strong commitment of the Local Organizing Committee and the Saudi Football Federation to delivering an exceptional edition featuring top players from across the Gulf region.

On her part, Mai Al-Hilabi, CEO of the Local Organizing Committee, stated that the launch of ticket sales marks a significant milestone in preparations for Gulf Cup 27. She highlighted that work is progressing rapidly to finalize organizational and operational readiness, aiming to deliver an edition befitting the tournament’s stature among Gulf football fans.

She added, “We look forward to welcoming Gulf fans to the Kingdom and presenting an exceptional edition that combines intense on-field competition with a comprehensive fan experience, honoring the history and status of the Gulf Cup and reflecting the Kingdom’s capabilities and expertise in hosting and organizing major sporting events.”

The draw ceremony held in Jeddah previously determined the path for the eight participating Gulf national teams, dividing them into two groups. Group A includes Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Oman, and Kuwait, while Group B comprises the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, and Yemen.

The host nation, Saudi Arabia, will kick off their campaign against Kuwait on Wednesday, September 23, coinciding with Saudi National Day, at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, which has a capacity of 65,000 seats. This match will open Group A, which also features Iraq facing Oman at Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Stadium. The tournament will also feature several notable clashes, most prominently the meeting between defending champions Bahrain and Qatar on Thursday, September 24, in Group B, as well as the encounter between the United Arab Emirates and Yemen.