DR7 Crowned Kings Cup MENA Champion in Riyadh’s High-Octane Finale
14 November 2025
Riyadh crowns DR7 after a pulsating final
In Riyadh, DR7 captured the Kings Cup MENA title in the tournament’s first edition, guided by club president Darbha. They edged FWZ 6-5 in a thriller at Col Arena in Boulevard City on Friday, November 15, 2025. The match capped a week of intense competition and fan-friendly events, underscoring Riyadh Season’s emergence as a regional hub for sport and entertainment.
A final that lived up to the hype
The final delivered one of the tournament’s most electrifying displays, with fast pace and tight defense defining the last seconds. Both sides created chances and traded goals in a high-octane clash to the final whistle. Despite FWZ’s late push, DR7 held on to claim a precious trophy and reinforce their growing pedigree.
Award winners and standout moments
In the awards ceremony, GK Kaiky Souza of FWZ earned Best Goal Keeper, Christian Felipe of DR7 took Top Scorer, and Juvenal Henrique was named MVP of the Final for his decisive contributions.
Stars and applause: a night with royalty and icons
The match drew a glittering guest list, including Prince Faisal bin Bandar, former Barcelona star Gerard Piqué, and global creator MrBeast, who witnessed the Middle East edition of a league that has expanded beyond Spain. After the final, Darbha emphasized that the triumph reflected long-term work, mutual trust, and the unyielding support of fans.
Context: Kings Cup MENA within Riyadh Season 2025
Kings Cup MENA sits within the broader Riyadh Season 2025, a festival blending sports, arts, live performances, and global celebrities. The success lays a solid foundation for future editions and cements Riyadh’s status as a regional capital for modern sports and content creation.
DR7 celebrate their historic opening edition, and fans look forward to even bigger showdowns in the seasons to come.
Punchline 1: If this is what a season premiere looks like, I want season tickets to every sequel.
Punchline 2: They say defense wins championships, but apparently DR7 said, “hold my trophy and add a few lasers.”
