The move continues the tournament’s international expansion. Kuwait would become the eighth different host location, following previous editions in Saudi Arabia, London, Abu Dhabi and Hong Kong.
Keeping every match at one stadium should create a clear rhythm for the competition. The short schedule also leaves little room for recovery, making squad depth and rotation central to the eventual outcome.
The report says Al-Nassr, Al-Ahli, Al-Qadsiah and Al-Kholood are set to contest the 2026 edition.
Al-Ahli would arrive as holders after reportedly defeating Al-Nassr on penalties in the previous final. The 5-3 shootout score adds an immediate storyline to a field that includes two clubs familiar with the biggest Saudi fixtures.
For Al-Qadsiah and Al-Kholood, the tournament offers a chance to challenge more established names in a concentrated competition. With only four participants, every tactical decision could carry greater weight than across a longer league campaign.
The draw is reportedly scheduled for October 14, when the opening match-ups should give the tournament its first competitive narrative. A meeting between the two previous finalists would be an obvious headline, while a different pairing could open the door to a fresh final.
The Kuwait staging also places the event in a new football market, testing how the Saudi Super Cup travels beyond its traditional setting.
Attention will now turn to the draw, followed by squad selections and player availability. Once the fixtures are known, the December tournament will begin to look less like a showcase event and more like a genuine test of Saudi football’s competitive depth.