QFA Awards honours football excellence in Qatar
Akram Afif, a standout player for Al-Sadd Club, received the Best Player Award for the 2024/2025 season, marking his second consecutive win and the fifth in his career.
Félix Sánchez, head coach of Al-Sadd Club, was honored with the Best Coach Award for the 2024/2025 season.
Meshaal Barsham, goalkeeper for Al-Sadd Club, won the Best Goalkeeper Award in its inaugural edition for the 2024/2025 season.
Mohammed Manaai, a prominent player for Al Shamal Club, earned the Best U-23 Player Award for the 2024/2025 season.
Roger Guedes, a star player of Al Rayyan Club, claimed the 'Mansour Muftah Top Scorer Award' for the 2024/2025 season, netting a total of 21 goals.
Best Refereeing Team Award – 2024/2025 Season
Best Referee: Mohammed Al-Shammari
Best First Assistant Referee: Juma Al-Borshaid
Best Second Assistant Referee: Khaled Khalaf
Best VAR Referee: Abdulrahman Al-Jassim
In its first edition, the Best Fans Award goes to 'Al-Sadd' Club's stand for the 2024/2025 season.
Source and cover image credit: Qatar Football Association
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