MUSCAT : The championship will be held in Croatia from June 23 to 28 and will feature 32 teams, including 16 men’s and 16 women’s sides, competing in 144 matches.

Oman has been drawn in Group D alongside Croatia, France and Australia. The national team will face Croatia in its opening match at 3pm Muscat time on June 23 before taking on France later the same day at 8pm. Oman will conclude its preliminary-round fixtures against Australia on June 24 at 3pm Muscat time.

The tournament’s preliminary stage will be played in a single round-robin format, with the top three teams from each group advancing to the main round. The competition will then progress through the quarter-finals, semi-finals and final.

As part of preparations for the world championship, Oman’s squad continues intensive training sessions at the sandy field of the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex under the guidance of national coach Hamoud bin Salem Al Hasani and assistant coach Jaber bin Yaqoub Al Balushi.

The team is also scheduled to participate in an international friendly tournament in Croatia from June 18 to 21, featuring eight national teams. The event will provide an opportunity for the coaching staff to assess player readiness and test tactical plans ahead of the championship.

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