Sabah Al Salem Stadium

Sabah Al Salem Stadium is a multi-purpose sports facility in Kuwait City with seating for about 22,000 spectators. The facility features a natural grass playing surface and various areas with seating, merchandise stands, and food vendors.

The stadium opened in January 1979 and later became an important venue for regional sporting events. It played a special role in the Asian Cup competition, where it also hosted the final match.

The stadium serves as the home ground for Al Arabi Kuwait football club, where local supporters gather regularly to watch matches. The fans create an energetic environment that forms the center of sports culture in the city.

The stadium offers multiple accessible seating areas and is well organized to manage thousands of visitors during major games. Plan to arrive early to secure a good seat and to explore the facilities around the grounds.

The stadium earned the nickname 'The Castle of Cups' because of how often it hosted national and regional cup competitions. This reputation made it a significant place in the sports history of the region.

Location: Kuwait City

Inception: January 1979

Official opening: January 1979

Capacity: 22000

GPS coordinates: 29.35694,48.00028

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:43