1997 Arab Cup Winners' Cup
The 1997 Arab Cup Winners' Cup was the eighth 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 at first that Al-Ansar would organize and host the eighth edition in Beyrouth, Lebanon from 14 to 24 August 1997 and Olympique Khouribga would participate as the holders. However it was Al-Ismaily who hosted the tournament in Ismailia.
Qualifying round
Zone 1 (Gulf Area)
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.''
Zone 2 (Red Sea)
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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