Arab Cup Nightfall: TV Channels, Commentators, and the Weekend Showdowns
17 December 2025
Football fans are gearing up for a full day of action on Thursday, December 18, 2025, as the Arab Cup 2025 continues in Qatar. Tonight’s program features the third‑place clash between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, followed by the final between Jordan and Morocco. In addition, the Italian Super Cup kicks off with Napoli taking on Milan, and the Copa del Rey moves into the Round of 32. This feature from Koora lays out the day’s fixtures, broadcasters, and commentators, helping you tune in wherever you are.
The article also highlights a range of viewing options and streaming services, along with the names of the announcers you’ll hear on the mic for each game. A single page to pin down kickoff times, channels, and commentary, so you don’t miss a single whistle. The accompanying image from Getty Images captures the Arab Cup vibe in action, underscoring a day packed with regional pride and big-name showdowns.
For fans planning to watch from abroad, Koora points to official and unofficial streams and suggests practical tips to access broadcasts beyond local constraints. The day’s slate is dense, but with the right channels bookmarked, you’ll be ready to cheer every header, tackle, and stoppage-time drama.
What channels broadcast the matches on Thursday, December 18, 2025?
BeIN SPORTS remains the main broadcaster for Arab Cup fixtures, with TOD TV serving as the official streaming option. Other regional networks carrying the Arab Cup include Al Kass, Abu Dhabi Sports, Dubai Sports, Moroccan Channel, the Algerian Six, Kuwait Sports, and Oman Sports; fans can also watch via Shasha, Shahid, and other local outlets, depending on the country. For global access, viewers can consider a VPN service like NordVPN to reach the official streams when traveling.
For the Italian Super Cup, the match is shown on the “Eight” channel, and in Spain’s Copa del Rey, the Round of 32 games are streamed on popular local services like Shahid and Shasha, with additional options listed by regional broadcasters. NordVPN is also suggested as a way to watch from anywhere in the world.
In addition to these options, Koora and partner platforms offer extra pathways to view the matches online, including direct links to the broadcaster pages and third‑party streaming portals.
Arab Cup schedule highlights (Third place and Final)
On the day, the third‑place match pairs Saudi Arabia against the United Arab Emirates, with kickoff listed in local times: 14:00 in Saudi time and 15:00 in UAE time. The final pits Jordan against Morocco, with kickoff at 19:00 in Jordan and 17:00 in Morocco. Broadcasts vary by country, with beIN SPORTS HD among the strongest anchors, and a slate of regional channels offering live coverage and match commentary.
Additionally, the day’s program covers the Italian Super Cup’s semi‑finals and the Copa del Rey’s Round of 32 fixtures. On the Italian side, Napoli faces Milan at night, while Spain’s cup action features several top clubs under the Shahid and Shasha umbrellas for streaming.
How to watch and other viewing options
For comprehensive access, BeIN SPORTS HD and STC TV carry the main Arab Cup broadcast. Alternative channels on the list include Al Kass, Abu Dhabi Sports, Dubai Sports, and Shasha’s offerings. In‑country options vary, but many fans can stream via TOD TV or the official league portals. If you’re abroad, NordVPN is proposed as a practical workaround to reach the official streams.
Beyond the Arab Cup, Koora lists streaming routes for Napoli–Milan on Eight and the Copa del Rey rounds on Shahid and related networks, with other regional outlets noted in the article’s channel table.
For those who want a quick view, Koora’s coverage also includes a compact schedule table and a link to the full table, which you can consult for all match details and commentary assignments.
Bottom line: whether you’re chasing the Arab Cup action, the Italian Super Cup, or Spain’s cup drama, there are multiple broadcast and streaming options to keep you in the loop, no matter where you are.
Punchline time: If calendars were as sharp as a striker’s finish, you’d never miss kickoff—you’d just time‑warp to the moment of the whistle.
Punchline 2: My Wi‑Fi is so dedicated to football, it files a missing‑ball report every time a pass goes astray. At least the snacks stay buffering on the couch.
