Champions of the fifth edition of the University Football League

Under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, Chairman of the General Sports Authority, and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, the final match of the fifth edition of the University Football League was held. It brought together the University team and the American University team at Khalifa Sports City Stadium and ended with the University team winning by two goals to one.

The University team delivered an outstanding performance throughout the competition, leading them to win the league title for the second time in their history. Their player, Saleh Al-Zubaidi, was awarded the Best Player of the Tournament, showcasing both his individual and collective excellence.

Expressing his pride and appreciation for the players and the level of sportsmanship they displayed throughout the championship, Professor Waheeb Al-Khaja, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, affirmed that the university’s administration will spare no effort in supporting them to continue achieving titles and accomplishments.

The Chairman of the Board of Trustees stated that the final evening of the league was remarkable in all its details, amidst a wonderful and well-organized atmosphere, both technically and in terms of the audience. He extended his gratitude to His Highness Sheikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, President of the General Authority for Sports, and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, for his sponsorship of university sports in Bahrain. He also thanked all the entities responsible for organizing the championship for their exceptional efforts in its success.

Professor Hatem Masri confirmed the university’s pride in participating in the University Football League, noting that the university attaches great importance to sports activities in response to the initiatives of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa and His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa in supporting Bahraini sports. He pointed out that the university participated in this year’s championship with the gold as its goal, and succeeded in achieving it. He expressed his gratitude to the players for their outstanding performance during the tournament.

Finally, the university president stated that the university, as part of its commitment to enhancing the sports aspect for students, grants scholarships of up to 50% for student-athletes. He emphasized that the Board of Directors and the Board of Trustees attach great importance to supporting students in various sports aspects and academically, to enhance their excellence and distinction at various levels.