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WASL: Riyadi Aims For the Four-peat, Sagesse Kicks Things Off, Arakji’s Shadow Looms

Makram Haddad, 02/11 11:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

A pan-regional clubs competition organized by FIBA, the West Asia Super League (WASL) brings together the heavyweights of West Asia and the Gulf in a format designed for the truth of the court: a single group of five teams (Riyadi, Sagesse, Shahrdari Gorgan, Al Wahda, BC Astana), a home-and-away round robin until February 19, then best-of-3 ...

WASL 2025–2026: Calendar Set for Sagesse and Riyadi

This is Beirut, 01/10 12:15 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

WASL Basketball Sagesse Riyadi Asia

On Wednesday, the FIBA Asia Regional Office confirmed the official calendar for the West Asia League for the 2025-2026 FIBA West Asia Super League (WASL) season. Following the withdrawal of Iraqi club Al Difaa Al Jawii, the competition will ultimately feature five teams: Sagesse (Lebanon), Riyadi Beirut (Lebanon), Shahrdari Gorgan (Iran), Al ...

WASL: Riyadi and La Sagesse on the Doorstep of the Asian Dream

Makram Haddad, 17/05 12:55 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Riyadi Basket-ball La Sagesse WASL

Lebanese basketball is once again on the rise. As the Final 8 of the FIBA West Asia Super League (WASL) 2025 enters its decisive stage this weekend, the two heavyweights of the local scene, Riyadi and La Sagesse, are getting ready for high-stakes semifinals on the court of the Nouhad Naufal Stadium in Zouk Mikaël. The Yellows Want to Do It ...

WASL: La Sagesse Roars, Riyadi Smiles, Lebanon in the Semis

Makram Haddad, 15/05 10:40 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Basket-ball La Sagesse Riyadi WASL

The Naufal Stadium witnessed a double celebration. On Wednesday, the Yellows dominated Ittihad without their playmaker Wael Arakji, validating a perfect group stage. Immediately after, Sagesse soared past Astana, then—just for one match—became Riyadi’s biggest supporter. Thanks to the victory of the reigning champions against the ...

WASL: Riyadi OK, La Sagesse KO

Makram Haddad, 13/05 09:35 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Basket-ball Riyadi La Sagesse WASL Wael Arakji

The Beirut derby has shifted hands once again. It now leans decidedly toward Riyadi. On Monday night, the Yellows clearly got the upper hand over their historic rivals in a Nouhad Nawfal Stadium packed to the brim (101-71). A significant gap, a solid performance, and a clear message: the reigning champions are firmly intent on keeping their ...

WASL: Riyadi and La Sagesse on Continental Mission at Home

Makram Haddad, 09/05 18:15 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Basket-ball WASL Riyadi La Sagesse

The countdown has begun. On Saturday, the spotlight will shine on Zouk Mikaël, host of the Final 8 of the West Asia Super League (WASL), FIBA’s flagship competition in Asia. For the first time, Lebanon is hosting this major continental basketball event. And not just one, but two giants of the Lebanese championship will be aiming to shine at ...

Wasl: Al Riyadi Signs the Grand Slam, Sagesse Sinks into Doubt

Makram Haddad, 14/04 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Basket Wasl Riyadi La Sagesse

Two Lebanese clubs engaged in WASL-West Asia, two opposite dynamics. Al Riyadi once again imposed its supremacy by claiming a third consecutive title and a flawless group stage (8 wins, 0 losses). Sagesse ended its campaign with two home losses, against Tabiat on Saturday then Al Difaa Al Jawi on Sunday. Al Riyadi: The Three-Peat Victorious over ...

Al Riyadi Beats Sagesse, Books WASL Final 8 Ticket

Hala Abdallah, 10/04 11:30 - Reading : less than a minute

WASL basketball sports FIBA WASL Riyadi Sagesse

Reigning champions Al Riyadi remained unbeaten with a dominant win over Sagesse in front of a packed crowd at Nouhad Naufal Stadium.

Basketball – WASL: Lebanon in Pole Position Ahead of the Big Showdown

Makram Haddad, 09/04 11:50 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Basket Wasl La Sagesse Riyadi

They want to make history in Asian basketball, and especially write a new golden chapter of Lebanese sport. In search of a historic treble in the FIBA WASL-West Asia League, Al Riyadi is advancing like a well-oiled machine. Five matches, five victories. And a clear message sent to the entire region: the boss is still and will always be ...

Al Riyadi Defeats Sagesse to Stay Unbeaten in WASL

Hala Abdallah, 09/03 16:35 - Reading : less than a minute

Al Riyadi Sagesse Basketball lebanon FIBA WASL Derby Beirut

Al Riyadi extends their winning streak with an 86-59 victory over Sagesse in a heated FIBA WASL matchup.

Basket - WASL: At the End of the Suspense, La Sagesse and Riyadi Head for a Fiery Derby

Makram Haddad, 08/03 10:15 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

Basket Sagesse Riyadi WASL

Friday night at Nouhad Nawfal Stadium offered a thrilling spectacle for basketball fans. Two games, two breathtaking scenarios, and, at the end of the suspense, two hard-fought victories by the top teams of the Cedar country, La Sagesse and Al Riyadi. First, the Greens had to battle until the last second to prevail against the Iraqis of Al-Difaa ...

Basketball – WASL: La Sagesse with Its Back Against the Wall vs. Al-Difaa

Makram Haddad, 07/03 13:40 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

Basket-ball Sagesse Wasl

Beaten at the buzzer in their opening game against Tabiat, La Sagesse has no room for error. Tonight (7:00 PM), the Greens have everything to play for against the Iraqis of Al-Difaa, a scrappy opponent that never backs down. Mandatory Reaction for the Green Castle La Sagesse let slip a game they should have wrapped up against Tabiat (88-87), ...

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