{
  "id": 11753842,
  "title": "Saudi Arabia reaches Gulf Cup final after penalty shootout win over Qatar",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/saudi-arabia-reaches-gulf-cup-final-after-penalty-shootout-win-over",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-03T19:03:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ajel English",
    "slug": "ajel-english",
    "url": "https://english.ajel.sa/sports/5pqvc24gb"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Saudi Arabia has advanced to the Gulf Cup final after defeating Qatar in a penalty shootout. The match ended in a draw during regular time, but it was the impressive performance of goalkeeper Mohammed Al-Owais that secured Saudi Arabia's place in the final. Throughout the game, Saudi Arabia exhibited a more attacking style, controlling 53% of the possession compared to Qatar's 47%. They had four shots on target compared to Qatar's single shot, and also dominated in corners, earning five compared to Qatar's one. Despite their numerical advantage, Qatar failed to capitalize on their opportunities and could not score during regular time. Consequently, the match went to penalties, where Saudi Arabia emerged victorious, thanks to Mohammed Al-Owais' crucial saves. Al-Owais' performance was pivotal in Saudi Arabia's triumph and their journey to the Gulf Cup final.",
  "summary": "Saudi Arabia advanced to the Gulf Cup final, defeating Qatar on penalties after a draw in regular time, with goalkeeper Mohammed Al-Owais starring.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}