Beirut derby (basketball)
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| Native name | ديربي بيروت |
|---|---|
| Location | Beirut, Lebanon |
| Teams | Al Riyadi, Sagesse |
| Stadiums | Manara Arena and Ghazir Stadium |
| Statistics | |
| Meetings total | 143[1] |
| Most wins | Al Riyadi (96)[1] |
The Beirut derby (Arabic: ديربي بيروت) is a basketball rivalry between Al Riyadi and Sagesse, two clubs based Beirut, Lebanon. It is considered the most prominent rivalry in Lebanese basketball, regularly attracting national attention and described by international coverage as a defining feature of the sport in Lebanon.[2][3]
Head-to-head
As of 18 June 2025[update], the two clubs have met 143 times, with Al Riyadi leading the series with 96 wins against 47 for Sagesse.[1] At the Manara Arena, their most common venue, they have played 70 times, with Al Riyadi winning 57 and Sagesse 13.[1]
According to press reports, the 2022–23 season derby was considered the 131st meeting between the two clubs in the "modern era" (post-1992).[5]
Notable matches
- In the 2023–24 Lebanese Basketball League final, Al Riyadi defeated Sagesse 92–77 to secure the championship.[4]
- The derby has also featured in regional competitions such as the FIBA West Asia Super League, where international coverage highlighted its intensity and fan interest.[2]
