Doha, Qatar: Eight teams have advanced to the quarterfinals of the second Football Tournament for Imams, Muezzins and their sons, organised by the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs through its Public Relations and Communications Department.
The group stage has concluded, setting the stage for a new round of excitement and competition as the knockout matches to take place on August 16 and 17 at the covered and air-conditioned sports hall of Omar Bin Al Khattab Secondary School for Boys.
Twenty teams competed in the group stage, showcasing strong performances and enthusiastic participation from imams, muezzins and their sons.
The tournament is among the ministry’s prominent summer sporting activities, designed to strengthen social connections, promote physical activity and provide a competitive environment that combines sport with social and educational values.
The group-stage results determined the eight teams that will compete in the quarterfinals. Yesterday, Al Rayyan faced Al Aziziyah followed by Al Hilal against Al Mamoura. The competition continues today (August 17), with two further quarterfinal matches. Laqtifiyah will take on Al Thakhira at 8.30pm, while Al Sadd will meet Bu Nakhla at 9.30pm. The four winners will secure places in the semifinals as the teams seek to continue their campaign for the tournament title.
The eight quarterfinalists emerged from a competitive group stage that began on July 27. Three matches were played each day, with participants delivering strong technical performances in an energetic sporting atmosphere characterised by fair play and a determination to achieve positive results.
The qualifying teams stood out for their strong performances, tactical discipline and high level of teamwork. Close contests and exciting results throughout the group stage contributed to the tournament’s appeal and reflected the success of the competition in attracting participants and encouraging sporting activity.
The tournament format is designed to balance sporting competition with the event’s broader social objectives.
Each team consists of six starting players and six substitutes.
Under the tournament’s technical regulations, at least two imams or muezzins must remain on the field throughout the match, ensuring the active participation of the target group and strengthening interaction between imams, muezzins and their sons.
The tournament is part of the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs’ efforts to promote the quality of life of imams, muezzins and their sons through activities that combine sporting, social and educational dimensions
