With the conclusion of each Gulf session, many questions arise between the status and continuity, the pros and cons of this ancient course, which started in 1970, and has become the only one that has maintained its continuity in the Arab world, despite the various challenges encountered.

The tournament is very important for the people of the region, especially since it was established with the ideas of its children (most notably Prince Khalid bin Faisal Al Saud). She was credited with the development of the level of Gulf football, and the arrival of its teams in the World Cup.

Today, the event is one of the Gulf heritage that must be preserved, as the tournament gave birth to very big names, which cannot be overlooked in a spherical speech, and also contributed to the development of infrastructure in all Gulf countries. Had it not been for the Gulf Championship, we would not have seen these huge sporting facilities in most of the countries of the region.

Besides, it has managed to attract the best international coaches to work with Gulf teams and clubs. Without them, the Gulf countries would not have been able to organize many important Asian and international championships. On the other hand, its drawbacks lie in the attempt of some media outlets to amplify matters for minor events, be they administrative, organizational, technical, or arbitrary.

This includes, for example, the belief of some officials in football federations that winning this tournament may be equivalent to qualifying for the World Cup, and this is exaggerated, especially since based on their assessment of the participation of a national team, the coaches are dismissed quickly or ill-considered simply by failing Achieving the championship title, and this is a serious matter that must be eliminated, and avoided, especially since it has unfortunately become the "guillotine of coaches".

It remains of the notable negatives, as well, that the tournament has not yet obtained - despite the passage of all these long years - the official recognition of the International Federation (FIFA), for unconvincing reasons, especially since the tournament is receiving very great official, media and public support and support. In addition to the psychological pressures, the atmosphere of shipment and the tension that affect some.

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The tournament was able to attract the best international coaches, to work with Gulf teams and clubs.