Qatar Airways extends its congratulations to Flamengo, who were crowned CONMEBOL Libertadores winners, defeating River Plate in the final in Lima, Peru, on Saturday.
Flamengo will now travel to Qatar next month as the South American representative at the FIFA Club World Cup Qatar 2019. The tournament will take place in Doha from December 11-21, with representations from FIFA’s six continental confederations coming together this winter in the Qatari capital.
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive HE Akbar al-Baker said, “Following a passionate and thrilling CONMEBOL Copa Libertadores campaign, I congratulate Flamengo on emerging as worthy champions. CONMEBOL’s competitions offer some of the world’s most exciting and competitive professional football and we look forward to welcoming Flamengo and their travelling supporters to Qatar next month for the occasion of the FIFA Club World Cup Qatar 2019.”
CONMEBOL General Secretary Jose Astigarraga said, “It’s a pleasure for CONMEBOL to be able to count on the support of Qatar Airways and its commitment to CONMEBOL Libertadores.”
Qatar Airways, the first-ever airline partner for CONMEBOL’s club competitions, is leveraging high brand association and large audience visibility across the South American continent.
Qatar Airways, as ‘Official Airline Partner’ of the FIFA Club World Cup Qatar 2019 invites all football enthusiasts to book flights to see the stars of world football in action across three stadiums in Doha, Qatar between 11 and 21 December 2019. Information about flights and packages are available at qatarairways.com/FCWC2019.
Qatar Airways and Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) recently also launched Qatar Live – a series of music concerts and festivals taking place in Doha from 4 to 20 December. Global superstar Katy Perry, legendary band Maroon 5 and international Latin music star Maluma feature among seven scheduled concerts. To learn more about the events or to purchase tickets, please visit qatarlive.qa.
Qatar Airways currently operates a modern fleet of more than 250 aircraft via its hub, Hamad International Airport (HIA), to more than 160 destinations worldwide. The world’s fastest-growing airline has added several exciting new destinations to its growing network this year, including Rabat, Morocco; Izmir, Turkey; Malta; Davao, Philippines; Lisbon, Portugal; Mogadishu, Somalia; and Langkawi, Malaysia.