Al-Gharafa S.C. facts for kids
Al-Gharafa Sports Club is a well-known sports club from Doha, Qatar. It's famous for its football team, which plays in the top league in Qatar, called the Qatar Stars League. Al-Gharafa is one of the most successful football clubs in Qatar's history, having won many important trophies.
| Full name | Al-Gharafa Sports Club |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1979 |
| Ground | Al-Gharafa Stadium, Doha, Qatar |
| Capacity | 25,000 |
| Chairman | Hamad bin Thamer Al Thani |
| Manager | Caio Júnior |
| League | Qatar Stars League |
| 2009/10 | Qatar Stars League, Champions |
About Al-Gharafa Sports Club
Al-Gharafa Sports Club is a professional football team based in the city of Doha, Qatar. The club was started in 1979. They are known for their exciting style of play and their strong history of winning. The team plays its home games at the Al-Gharafa Stadium, which can hold 25,000 fans.
Club Name History
The club has had two different names since it was founded:
- From 1979 to 2004, the club was known as Al-Ittihad Doha.
- Since 2004, the club has been called Al-Gharafa S.C..
Trophies and Achievements
Al-Gharafa is one of the most successful football clubs in Qatar. They have won a total of sixteen major titles! Here are some of their impressive wins:
- Qatar Stars League: They have won the top league title seven times. This shows they are often the best team in Qatar.
- Prince Cups: Al-Gharafa has lifted the prestigious Prince Cup six times.
- Crown Prince Cups: They have also won the Crown Prince Cup two times.
- Arab League Cup: The club has won the Arab League Cup once, showing their success beyond Qatar.
These victories make Al-Gharafa a very important and respected club in Qatari football.
