An exceptional night at Benghazi International Stadium in the "Reconstruction" Cup

In a majestic sporting scene, Benghazi International Stadium witnessed an exceptional night of greatness, combining elegance in organization, beauty in design, and enthusiasm in the stands.

This occurred during a global football night that brought together the Spanish team, Atletico Madrid, and the Italian team, Inter Milan, in a friendly tournament called the "Reconstruction Cup."

The stadium was transformed into a global canvas that combined the fragrance of history with the modernity of the present, with the stands adorned with Libyan fans who gathered in numbers exceeding 42,000 to witness an exceptional event that combined joy and dazzle.

The opening ceremony was a source of national pride, conveying the message that Libya is capable of embracing the world once again and that it possesses the capabilities to become a destination for major events in the near future.

Reconstruction Cup: A match worthy of the place

The match ended with Atletico Madrid winning on penalties (4-2) after the regular time ended in a 1-1 draw. Carlos Martin scored the Spanish team's lead goal in the 34th minute, while German Jan-Aurel Pisek equalized for Inter Milan in the 59th minute. The match was not just a friendly match, but a celebration of life and sports, and a message of peace from the land of Benghazi to the entire world.

Artistic performances and the presence of stars added to the brilliance of the night.

The atmosphere of the match was not limited to athletic competition alone, but also included dazzling artistic performances before the start of the match and during the break, bearing the slogan "Progress, Development, and the Future," a symbolic reference to a new phase of hope and construction in Libya.

The event also featured a number of Arab stars, including Ahmed Saad and Omar Al-Abdallat, who brought a festive artistic spirit to the event, blending music, joy, and sports.

Khalil Al Balushi describes the scene with words from the heart.

Sports commentator Khalil Al-Balushi added a special flavor to the event with his voice and moving comments, when he said: “In the land of glory and antiquity, great Libya, from a country that taught history the meaning of steadfastness, and gave the Mediterranean the fragrance of history and the warmth of the sands… Here is Libya, from Tripoli, the capital, embracing the sea, to Benghazi, the city of light and the home of heroism and history, which today returns to embrace joy once again.” Al-Balushi's words were not just a sports commentary, but a poem in love with Libya and the glory of its stadium, which has once again shone brightly.

Benghazi International Stadium... the jewel of Libyan stadiums

Benghazi International Stadium is one of Libya's most prominent sporting landmarks, boasting a rich history dating back to its founding in 1967, when it was built as part of a major national project to develop the country's sports infrastructure.

The stadium has undergone comprehensive development in recent years, and is set to officially reopen in February 2025 following extensive maintenance and renovation work that includes the stands, indoor facilities, and modern lighting systems.

The stadium currently accommodates more than 40,000 spectators and is equipped with modern engineering standards comparable to international stadiums, including safe emergency corridors, ample parking, modern team changing rooms, and an integrated lighting and sound system.

The stadium has been officially accredited by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to host international matches, thus returning it to its natural position as a sporting beacon in North Africa.