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Libya fall to Oman by a single goal in Arab Cup beach soccer opener

Libya lost 2–3 in their opening Arab Cup match in Port Said on 5 November, despite taking the lead.

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Libyan players in red face Oman at the Arab Beach Soccer Cup in Port Said, 5 November 2026.
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Libya began the Arab Beach Soccer Cup with a defeat to Oman on Thursday 5 November in Port Said, Egypt. Beaten 2–3, the Libyans had nevertheless scored in the first minute.

The Omanis equalised before the end of the first period, then added two goals in the second. Trailing 1–3 going into the final period, Libya pulled one back but could not draw level.

Libya share Group B with Oman, Morocco and Lebanon. In the group's other match, Morocco beat Lebanon 7–4.

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