Makram Haddad, 09:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
It’s go time once again. The best of continental basketball will gather from June 7 to 13 in the golden emirate of Dubai to compete in the Basketball Champions League Asia 2025, the premier club competition on the Asian continent. One City, Nine Clubs, One Throne Nine handpicked teams, three highly competitive groups, explosive matchups right ...
Makram Haddad, 02/06 09:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
A yellow hurricane swept through the Chiyah arena. Led by a bulldozing Thon Maker and a dazzling playmaking display from Wael Arakji, Ahmad Farran’s squad delivered a top-level team performance to overpower a Beirut Club that looked out of sorts and overwhelmed. Final score: 110–72, giving Riyadi a solid grip on first place going into the ...
Makram Haddad, 25/05 14:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Al Riyadi remains on top in women’s basketball. In a tense and physical final, the reigning champions resisted Homenetmen’s fury to claim their third title in a row. The best-of-five series ended in four games, with a decisive 81–60 victory on Homenetmen’s home court in Mezher. A Thrilling Series, a Decisive Game 4 The tone was set from ...
Makram Haddad, 19/05 09:15 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Gold for one, bronze for the other. While Al Riyadi steamrolled past Tabiat (104–77) to claim a second consecutive FIBA WASL crown, Sagesse managed to bounce back by overpowering Shabab Al Ahli (100–86) and secure a spot on the podium on Sunday night at Nouhad Naufal Stadium. Despite the heartbreak of losing their semifinal to Tabiat, ...
Makram Haddad, 18/05 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
This Saturday in Zouk Mikael, the Lebanese crowd experienced a rollercoaster of emotions: Yellow euphoria in the afternoon, Green disappointment in the evening. Lebanese Teams on Two Speeds The FIBA WASL semi-finals have spoken: Al Riyadi booked another final by confidently defeating Shabab Al Ahli, while Sagesse, despite a fiery atmosphere, ...
Makram Haddad, 17/05 12:55 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Riyadi Basket-ball La Sagesse WASL
Lebanese basketball is once again on the rise. As the Final 8 of the FIBA West Asia Super League (WASL) 2025 enters its decisive stage this weekend, the two heavyweights of the local scene, Riyadi and La Sagesse, are getting ready for high-stakes semifinals on the court of the Nouhad Naufal Stadium in Zouk Mikaël. The Yellows Want to Do It ...
Makram Haddad, 15/05 10:40 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Basket-ball La Sagesse Riyadi WASL
The Naufal Stadium witnessed a double celebration. On Wednesday, the Yellows dominated Ittihad without their playmaker Wael Arakji, validating a perfect group stage. Immediately after, Sagesse soared past Astana, then—just for one match—became Riyadi’s biggest supporter. Thanks to the victory of the reigning champions against the ...
Hala Abdallah, 13/05 10:45 - Reading : less than a minute
FIBA WASL Riyadi Sagesse basketball sports
Over 20 years later, Al Riyadi and Sagesse fans filled the stands for a historic Beirut derby in the FIBA WASL Final 8, where Riyadi defeated its rival by 30 points.
Makram Haddad, 13/05 09:35 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Basket-ball Riyadi La Sagesse WASL Wael Arakji
The Beirut derby has shifted hands once again. It now leans decidedly toward Riyadi. On Monday night, the Yellows clearly got the upper hand over their historic rivals in a Nouhad Nawfal Stadium packed to the brim (101-71). A significant gap, a solid performance, and a clear message: the reigning champions are firmly intent on keeping their ...
Makram Haddad, 11/05 09:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Lebanon made a big statement at the opening of the FIBA WASL Final 8 on Saturday night, in a fiery Nouhad Naufal Arena. The two powerhouses of national basketball, Riyadi and La Sagesse, sent a clear message to Asia: Beirut is still the basketball capital. Ahead of Monday’s clash between the rivals, both the Yellow and the Green teams put ...
Makram Haddad, 09/05 18:15 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Basket-ball WASL Riyadi La Sagesse
The countdown has begun. On Saturday, the spotlight will shine on Zouk Mikaël, host of the Final 8 of the West Asia Super League (WASL), FIBA’s flagship competition in Asia. For the first time, Lebanon is hosting this major continental basketball event. And not just one, but two giants of the Lebanese championship will be aiming to shine at ...
Makram Haddad, 05/05 09:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Lebanon Basket-ball Riyadi Azour Homenetmen Beirut Club
Lebanese women’s basketball is entering the thick of it! Time for the semi-finals, with four heavyweights ready to battle it out in razor-sharp series. Riyadi, Beirut Club, Homenetmen and Azour form a blazing square of aces, ready to do whatever it takes to seize the Grail. The Clash of the Titans On one side, Riyadi, the well-oiled machine ...