Arab Gulf Cup announces $1.5 million prize pool for Jeddah tournament

The Gulf Football Federation has announced the prize structure for the 27th edition of the Arab Gulf Cup, hosted in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Total prize money amounts to $1.5 million, with the tournament winner receiving $1 million and the runner-up receiving $500,000. Additionally, the tournament's best player will be awarded an apartment, the location of which is to be determined.

The competition features eight national teams divided into two groups. Group one includes the host Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Kuwait, and Oman. Group two consists of Qatar, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen.

Matches will be held at King Abdullah Sports City and Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Stadium. The tournament is scheduled to run from September 23 to October 6, 2026.