FOOTBALL – A’ALI Social Charity Society were crowned champions of the 10th annual Bahrain Charity Football Tournament after defeating Muharraq Society for Charitable Work 6-3 in an entertaining final at Lusail pitches in Karranah.
The week-long tournament, held from October 30 to November 6 and organised by the Isa Town Social Charity Society, brought together 20 charitable societies from across Bahrain, with teams competing for the title in an atmosphere of sportsmanship, enthusiasm and community spirit.
The competition began with a group-stage format, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the quarter-finals. A’ali were runners-up to Muharraq during the group stages.
The tournament then proceeded on a knockout basis, culminating in the semi-finals, where A’Ali and Muharraq secured their places in the final.
A’Ali produced an impressive performance in the title decider to claim the championship trophy and the BD300 winners’ prize, while Muharraq finished runners-up and received BD200.
Segaya Social Charity Society received the Ideal Team Award, while A’Ali’s Hisham Al Muwali was named Player of the Tournament.
Muharraq’s Hussain Haji finished as the competition’s top scorer, while A’Ali goalkeeper and captain Sayed Mahmood Ibrahim was named Best Goalkeeper.
Top sports commentator Ali Hassan, on a voluntary appearance, was also honoured for his contribution to the final, with his commentary adding excitement to the occasion and enhancing the atmosphere for spectators.
The Arshidni ‘Guide Me’ team was recognised for sponsoring and supporting the tournament, particularly for providing first-aid services to players throughout the competition, helping ensure their safety.
Tournament director Mohammed Al Hayki praised the participating societies and teams, commending the success of the event and the sporting spirit demonstrated by all involved.
He also acknowledged the efforts of the organising committees, volunteers and supporting organisations, stressing the importance of continuing such sporting initiatives because of their positive social impact and their role in strengthening co-operation among charitable societies.
The tournament is organised by the Isa Town Charity Society as part of its efforts to promote community partnerships, strengthen ties among charitable organisations and use sport as a platform to foster solidarity, friendship and social cohesion.
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