Al-Mina Aden Secures Qualification to Republic Cup Round of 32
In a highly competitive fixture of the 16th Republic Cup (2025–2026), Al-Mina Aden officially advanced to the Round of 32 after defeating Al-Saqr in a penalty shootout (3-1). The match, held Saturday at Al-Shuhada Stadium, concluded in a 1-1 draw during regulation time.
Match Analysis
Al-Saqr established an early advantage in the 11th minute when Hamza Jamil converted a precision free-kick. Al-Mina struggled to capitalize on a golden opportunity to equalize in the 29th minute, as Al-Saqr’s goalkeeper, Ayman Al-Sarihi, successfully parried a penalty strike from Ahmed Jalal Roni.
Despite the setback, Al-Mina maintained offensive pressure until the final moments of the game. In the closing minute of stoppage time, Mohammed Nasim scored the equalizer, sending the contest directly to penalties. Al-Mina’s clinical performance in the shootout secured their 3-1 victory.
Tournament Progression
With this result, Al-Mina Aden is set to face Shaab Ibb in the Round of 32. Shaab Ibb qualified earlier following a decisive 6-0 victory over Shabab Shuqra.
Match Analysis
Al-Saqr established an early advantage in the 11th minute when Hamza Jamil converted a precision free-kick. Al-Mina struggled to capitalize on a golden opportunity to equalize in the 29th minute, as Al-Saqr’s goalkeeper, Ayman Al-Sarihi, successfully parried a penalty strike from Ahmed Jalal Roni.
Despite the setback, Al-Mina maintained offensive pressure until the final moments of the game. In the closing minute of stoppage time, Mohammed Nasim scored the equalizer, sending the contest directly to penalties. Al-Mina’s clinical performance in the shootout secured their 3-1 victory.
Tournament Progression
With this result, Al-Mina Aden is set to face Shaab Ibb in the Round of 32. Shaab Ibb qualified earlier following a decisive 6-0 victory over Shabab Shuqra.
