Abu Dhabi, June 4, 2024 – In a celebratory event at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi, President Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed the Al Wasl Football Club.

He admired their recent triumphs in the President’s Cup and the ADNOC Pro League Championship for the 2023-2024 season. This momentous occasion marks Al Wasl FC’s third President’s Cup victory and their eighth league title.

During the meeting, Sheikh Mohammed extended his heartfelt congratulations to the players, the coaching team, and the administrative and technical staff, lauding their dedication and hard work throughout the season.

President Al Nahyan also expressed his gratitude to the club’s supporters, acknowledging their unwavering encouragement, which played a vital role in the team’s success.

Sheikh Mohammed emphasized the exemplary sportsmanship displayed by all teams participating in the league and the President’s Cup. He praised their competitive spirit, which significantly contributes to elevating the standards of football in the UAE.

This spirit, he noted, not only enhances the local sporting landscape but also bolsters the UAE’s reputation in regional and global sports arenas.

Highlighting the UAE leadership’s commitment to the sports sector, Sheikh Mohammed reaffirmed the nation’s strategic focus on developing sports and nurturing talent.

He emphasized the importance of investing in young athletes, ensuring they receive the support and resources needed to excel. This investment is seen as crucial for the present and future prosperity of the UAE’s sporting achievements.

The players and the administrative and technical staff of Al Wasl FC expressed their sincere gratitude to Sheikh Mohammed for his continued support and dedication to the sports sector.

They underscored the significant impact of His Highness’s attention on enhancing their performance and achieving remarkable outcomes.

The celebratory event was graced by several prominent figures, including Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice-President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court; Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region.

Sheikh Saif Bin Mohammed Al Nahyan; Sheikh Suroor Bin Mohammed Al Nahyan; Sheikh Nahyan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation; General Sheikh Saif Bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior; Sheikh Hamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan; Sheikh Theyab Bin Zayed Al Nahyan; Sheikh Khalid Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination (ZHO).

Sheikh Theyab Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs; Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan; Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence; Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Adviser for Special Affairs at the Presidential Court, among other sheikhs, senior officials, and citizens.

This event underscores the UAE’s ongoing commitment to fostering a vibrant sports culture, encouraging excellence, and achieving significant milestones in various sports disciplines. With leadership support and community engagement, the nation looks forward to a future filled with continued sporting successes and accolades.

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