Ahli Sana’a Teams Near Capital Basketball League Victories

Sana'a:Ahli Sana'a's youth and junior teams are on the brink of clinching the Capital Basketball League titles following their triumph over Al-Wehda Sana'a in the second round of the return leg.

According to Yemen News Agency, in the junior category, Ahli Sana'a achieved a decisive 60-23 victory. The team dominated the first three quarters with scores of 21-6, 13-2, and 19-6, while Al-Wehda managed to win the fourth quarter 9-7. This victory propelled Ahli Sana'a to the top of the standings with six points, trailed by May 22 with five points, and Al-Wehda in third place with four points.

In the youth category, Ahli Sana'a secured a 70-54 win, maintaining control throughout all four quarters with scores of 11-7, 24-17, 14-12, and 21-18. This result placed them at the top of the youth standings with six points, followed by May 22 with five points and Al-Wehda with four.

The league, overseen by the Basketball Association's branch in the capital and sponsored by Yemen Telecommunications, features Ahli Sana'a, Al-Wehda Sana'a, and May 22 clubs. Ahli Sana'a is set to compete against May 22 on Thursday in the final junior-category match, aiming to secure the championship title. For May 22 to win, they must achieve a substantial points margin. Before the match, a friendly exhibition game with former basketball stars will take place.