1997 Arab Cup Winners' Cup
The 1997 Arab Cup Winners' Cup was the eight edition of the Arab Cup Winners' Cup held in Ismailia, Egypt between 15 – 25 August 1997. The teams represented Arab nations from Africa and Asia.
MC Oran from Algeria won the final against Al-Shabab from Saudi Arabia.
It was decided on first that Al-Ansar will organized and hosts the eight edition in Beyrouth, Lebanon from 14 to 24 August 1997 and Olympique Khouribga will participate as the holders. However it's Al-Ismaily who hosts the tournament in Ismailia.Qualifying round
Participating teams: Al-Muharraq, Al-Arabi Kuwait, Al-Ittihad Doha and team from UA Emirates.
Al-Arabi Kuwait & Al-Ittihad Doha advanced to the final tournament.Participating teams: Al-Shabab, Al-Merrikh, Al-Ahli Al Hudaydah.
Al-Shabab advanced to the final tournament.Zone 3 (North Africa)
Participating teams: USM Blida, Al-Ahly Benghazi and Wydad Casablanca.
USM Blida was replaced by MC Oran.
MC Oran & Al-Ahly Benghazi advanced to the final tournament.Zone 4 (East Region)
Participating teams: Al-Wehdat, Balata YC
Al-Wehdat and Balata YC advanced to the final tournament.Group stage
Group A
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----Group B
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----Knock-out stage
withdrew the knock-out stage, Al-Ahli Tripoli to semifinals instead.Semi-finals
----Final
Winners
