Al Khor was formed when local residents, who mainly worked in the oil and gas sector, realised the importance of having a club to satisfy their sports and social needs.
Two local sports clubs came together to form Al Taawon Sports Club in 1961. In 2002, the Qatar Olympic Committee changed the name to Al Khor Sports Club to represent the city of Al Khor.
Nicknamed The Knights, Al Khor won the Heir Apparent Cup in 2005. They perform consistently well in all competitions and tournaments.