AFC Challenge League - Preview - S-final: FC Muras United (KGZ) v Kuwait SC (KUW)

Bishkek: FC Muras United will not be lacking confidence when they face Kuwait SC in the AFC Challenge League 2025/26™ West Zone semi-final on Wednesday.

Kyrgyz Republic's Muras United cruised 3-0 past Lebanon's Al Ansar FC in the quarter-finals while Kuwait SC overcame a late fightback to defeat Oman's Al Shabab Club 5-3.

Muras United's confidence would have been boosted by the win against Al Ansar, especially as the Lebanese team were the favourites.

The Kyrgyz Republic side, however, started on the front foot and didn't allow Al Ansar to settle, effectively killing the tie with two goals late in the first half.

#ChallengeLeague | Quarter-Finals : Al Ansar FC (LBN) 0-3 FC Muras United (KGZ)

Kuwait SC, however, will be a tougher nut to crack but with their fans urging them, Muras United will be determined to emulate regional neighbours FK Arkadag, who lifted the trophy last year.

#ChallengeLeague | Quarter-Finals : Al Shabab Club (OMA) 3-5 Kuwait SC (KUW)

Three-time AFC Cup™ winners, Kuwait SC's pedigree on the continental stage is undoubted and they will feel they have the experience to handle what will surely be a vibrant Muras United.

With the last of their AFC Cup titles won in 2013-14, Kuwait SC will be desperate to advance to the final against Cambodia's Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng FC next month.

FC Muras United (KGZ) v Kuwait SC (KUW)
Venue: Dolen Omurzakov Stadium (Bishkek)
Kick-off: Wednesday, 20:00 (UTC+6)

Preview - S-final: FC Muras United (KGZ) v Kuwait SC (KUW)

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