Following Al Gharafa’s victory in the 54th Amir Cup final, Jassim bin Rashid al-Buainain, President of the Qatar Football Association (QFA), Saturday congratulated the club for their impressive performance.
“I congratulate Al Gharafa on winning the Amir Cup,” said al-Buainain. The final, played under the gracious patronage of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, saw Al Gharafa defeat Al Sadd at Khalifa International Stadium."
Beyond the result, the QFA President was keen to highlight the collective effort behind the event. “I truly appreciate the work of all our partners in making this final, our most precious trophy, a success,” he stated. “It caps off a successful and truly special season for Qatari football.”
The QFA President also praised the technical and organizational standards on display, noting that the final coincided with a landmark anniversary.
“This was a fitting celebration as Khalifa International Stadium marks 50 years since its opening, I extend my appreciation to every government, sports, security, and media entity that collaborated with the QFA to deliver a memorable experience for the fans in attendance.”
Al-Buainain went on to acknowledge the tournament’s sponsors as essential partners.
“We value the vital role played by the Amir Cup sponsors. They are fundamental to the competition’s continued success through their unwavering support. We wish them continued progress and prosperity.”
Taking a broader view of the season, the President added: “I also congratulate every club that has won silverware during the 2025–2026 season. We’ve seen outstanding performances from clubs throughout the year. By any measure, it has been a successful season, and we wish them all the best in their future competitions, both domestically and internationally.”
Finally he offered a special word of thanks to the local media.
“I am pleased to express my gratitude and appreciation to Qatar’s media outlets. Your role as a core partner in supporting Qatari football, and in covering every event and competition throughout the season, is invaluable," he added.
