PM calls the football players of Duhok Sports Club
PM Muhammed S. Al-Sudani made a phone call on Tuesday to the players of Duhok Sports Club ahead of their final match in the 2025 Gulf Champions Cup against Kuwait's Al-Qadisia Club, to be held this evening at Duhok International Stadium.
He congratulated the players and all those who contributed to reaching the final, a moment of pride for Iraqi football and the Iraqi people, stating that this match holds significance for all Iraqis, said the PM's media office in a statement - received by the Iraqi News Agency - INA.
Al-Sudani expressed his wishes for a spirited performance in the match against their Kuwaiti brothers, encouraging them to adhere to the coach's strategy in full detail to secure victory and win the cup in fulfillment of the aspirations of Iraqi sports fans.
The coaching staff and players of the team expressed their gratitude to the Prime Minister for his support and encouragement ahead of this important match.
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