Kuwait Club cancels overseas camp ahead of Challenge League final

Kuwait Club is intensifying its preparations for the crucial AFC Challenge League final, scheduled for May 13 against Cambodia's Svay Rieng. In a strategic move, the club has decided to forgo an overseas training camp, opting instead for focused daily sessions and a couple of friendly matches to ensure peak readiness. This decision underscores the club's commitment to securing its fourth continental title under the guidance of Montenegrin coach Nebojša Jovović.

The team is currently training at Jaber Al-Mubarak Stadium with a full squad. Preparations are not just limited to the field; club officials are working diligently on all organizational aspects, including logistics and technical arrangements, to ensure a smooth hosting of the final. They are also preparing to welcome the Asian Football Confederation delegation, match officials, and the visiting Svay Rieng team, which is expected to arrive shortly.

This final marks a historic occasion for Svay Rieng, their first appearance in a continental final. Meanwhile, the AFC has significantly boosted the stakes for this year's tournament by increasing the prize money for the champion to $1 million, the highest ever for the AFC Challenge League. Beyond the substantial cash prize, the winner also earns a coveted spot in the group stage of the next season's AFC Champions League 2, a testament to the growing prestige and importance of this competition.