Under head coach Marquez Lopez, Qatar SC held their 17-day pre-season camp in Spain.
Doha, Qatar: Qatar SC have completed a productive pre-season training camp in Murcia, Spain, as they continue preparations for the 2026-2027 campaign, while Al Arabi boosted confidence with a victory over Saudi Arabia’s Al Fateh in Marbella.
Qatar SC’s overseas camp, which ran from July 15 to July 31, formed a key part of the club’s build-up to the new season, during which they will compete in both domestic and Gulf competitions.
Under head coach Marquez Lopez, the squad focused on tactical, technical and physical development through intensive training sessions, while also working on integrating several new signings into the team.
Al Arabi players celebrate after scoring a goal during the friendly against Al Fateh.
The Kings played four friendly matches during the camp, opening with a commanding 5-0 victory over Futbol Jobs before drawing 2-2 with Malaysia’s Johor FC.
They were then held to a goalless draw by Spanish side Club Costa City before concluding the tour with a 3-0 defeat to fellow Spanish club UCAM Murcia.
Despite the mixed results, the friendlies provided valuable opportunities to assess combinations, improve match fitness and fine-tune preparations ahead of what promises to be a demanding season.
Qatar SC finished sixth in last season’s Qatar Stars League (QSL) standings with 32 points after recording nine wins, five draws and eight defeats. The club has strengthened its squad with the arrivals of Brazilian midfielder Bruno Tabata, Spanish duo Pau Prim and Albert Luque, along with Abdullah Al Marafi, as it looks to challenge more strongly in the new campaign.
The Kings will begin their QSL season against Al Wakrah at Lusail Stadium on August 20 before turning their attention to the Gulf Clubs Champions League, where they hope to make a strong impression.
Meanwhile, Al Arabi returned to winning ways with a 2-0 victory over Saudi Pro League side Al Fateh in their third pre-season friendly in Marbella, Spain.
Spanish duo Rodri Sanchez and Pablo Sarabia were on target as Al Arabi responded positively after a 4-1 defeat to Neom in their previous outing. The team had opened its training camp with a convincing 3-0 win over Gibraltar’s Lions Gibraltar.
With two wins from three friendlies, Al Arabi’s preparations remain on track as the coaching staff continue building fitness, tactical cohesion and momentum ahead of the new season.
