Former Qatar national football team player Sultan Bakhit al-Kuwari passed away on Saturday, local media reported Sunday. The Qatar Football Association (QFA) mourned his death in a statement. Al Sadd and Al Gharafa sports clubs also issued statements on the loss of their former player. In statements shared on social media, both teams extended their condolences to Al Kuwari’s family. News of his death sparked an outpouring of condolences online among former athletes as well as fans from the local community.