HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister meets with the Bahrain National Football Team
His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met today with the players, as well as the technical and administrative staff of the Bahrain National Football Team, at Riffa Palace, to celebrate their victory at the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup.
His Royal Highness affirmed that the achievements of the people of Bahrain in various sports are a result of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s unwavering support for the Kingdom’s sports sector.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister emphasised that Bahrain’s success in international and regional championships and forums serves as a significant source of pride.
HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad noted that Bahrain is home to talented individuals who consistently write success stories through their achievements, strengthening the Kingdom’s standing.
His Royal Highness highlighted that every new achievement by Team Bahrain contributes to the Kingdom’s comprehensive development, which began 25 years ago with the Accession of His Majesty the King to the Throne.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister congratulated the team on their outstanding performance throughout the championship, which culminated in this historic victory.
HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad noted that this achievement serves as a stepping stone for the team toward future successes in Bahraini football.
His Royal Highness affirmed the dedication and commitment of His Majesty the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa and the First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, President of the General Sports Authority and President of Bahrain Olympic Committee, His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, to developing Bahrain’s sports sector and achieving the Kingdom’s aspirations.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister commended the efforts of the President of the Bahrain Football Association (BFA), Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, as well as all BFA members and members of the national workforce who supported the Bahrain National Football Team in achieving this distinguished accomplishment.
HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad highlighted the unwavering support of the Bahraini fans for the National Football Team throughout the championship, emphasising that their encouragement was the greatest incentive for the team’s triumph as champions of the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup.
His Royal Highness praised the State of Kuwait for its exceptional organisation of the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup and praised the efforts of all the teams that competed, wishing them success in future championships.
For their part, the players, along with the administrative and technical staff, expressed their appreciation for His Royal Highness’s support for the people of Bahrain, which contributed to this historic achievement.
They also pledged to achieve further sporting accomplishments that enhance the Kingdom of Bahrain’s global standing.
His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Isa bin Salman Education Charitable Trust, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Labour Fund (Tamkeen), His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, and number of senior officials also attended the meeting.
