MoI, Lekhwiya provide security support for UEFA Champions League final between Inter Milan, PSG
DOHA: As part of ongoing efforts to exchange expertise and strengthen cooperation in the field of sports security, the Ministry of Interior and the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) are taking part in the security support for the UEFA Champions League match between Inter Milan and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), being played in Munich, Germany.
This participation builds on the series of successes achieved by Qatari security forces in recent major sporting events, reflecting their professionalism and high level of efficiency in carrying out security responsibilities.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Qatar Tribune
2 hours ago
- Qatar Tribune
FIBA U23 3x3 Nations League: Qatar runners-up in 5th stage
Tribune News Network Doha The national basketball team of Qatar finished second in the fifth stage of the FIBA U23 3x3 Nations League - Asia-Pacific. The tournament is being hosted by the Qatar Basketball Federation (QBF) from May 28 to June 3, 2025, and includes top-tier international teams in both the men's and women's categories. A total of twelve teams are competing in the tournament, comprising six men's teams and six women's teams: Qatar (the host), New Zealand, Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Chinese Taipei. The Qatari national team advanced to the final of the fifth round after triumphing over the Philippines (22-18) and Indonesia (21-8) in the Group A games. In the final, the Qatari national team narrowly lost to New Zealand (17-18) in overtime following a 16-16 tie at the end of regulation time. The game was played on Monday evening, June 2, 2025, at the Etihad Hall in Al Gharafa. New Zealand reached the final defeating Chinese Taipei (21-7) and Singapore (21-9) in the Group B matches. The fifth round games were attended by QBF President Mohammed bin Saad Al Mughaiseeb, QBF Secretary-General Saadoun Sabah Al Kuwari, along with members of the Board of Directors. The Qatar men's team comprises Hamad Yassin Ismail Musa, Zainuddin Badri, Nizar Mahmoud, Ahmed Saeed Mohammed, and Mubarak Jama. Jassim Ashkanani, Director of the Qatar National Basketball Team, crowned the New Zealand team as the champions of the fifth stage. In the women's competition, the Philippines national team took first place after defeating Chinese Taipei in the final match, 21-14, earning 460 points. Chinese Taipei came in second with 400 points. Talal Saad Al Maghseeb, tournament director, crowned the Philippines national team as the champion of the fifth round. The curtain falls on event with the sixth and final round.
Qatar Tribune
a day ago
- Qatar Tribune
Rabeah and Rasha win titles at WTT Contender Series in Kosovo
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar's promising players Rabeah Khalid Al Kuwari and Rasha Laghribi made a remarkable achievement winning in their respective categories of the Kosovo International Table Tennis Championship, a WTT Contender Youth Series in Pristina, Kosovo. Rabiah Al Kuwari won the Under-11 Youth title following an epic and thrilling 3-2 victory over Sri Lankan player Tavi Samaraweera. Despite trailing 11-7 in the first set, Rabeah managed to come back and win the second game 11-9, before losing the third set 11-6. Rabeah again demonstrated his strong determination, winning the fourth 12-10, leveling the scores at 2-2. The match was decided in a marathon tiebreak that lasted 16-14 in favour of the Qatari star, who shone with steadfastness and confidence under pressure to deservedly secure the title. This was Rabeah second title in the same tournament after a bronze medal in the under-13 section, despite originally competing in the under-11 category. The triumph highlights his great potential as a promising player from Qatar Table Tennis Association's (QTTA) Dream Team project. Meanwhile, Rasha Laghribi made history in her first international event by winning gold in the under-11 Junior category with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Greek player Cleo Madesi. Rasha started the match trailing in the first set 9-11, but quickly regained her composure and won the second set 11-7. Despite losing the third set 9-11, she showed strong character and came back strongly in the fourth, winning 11-6, to win the match in a tiebreaker 11-9 and claim the gold medal. Rasha also won a bronze medal in the under-13 category. The double achievement which underlines her status as one of the most upcoming talent. This victories of the Qatar players are the fruits of the great efforts made by QTTA to support emerging talent through participation in international tournaments and by providing them exposure and experience. This victory in Kosovo is an important milestone in the journey of the Qatari Dream Team, which includes a group of promising players.
Qatar Tribune
a day ago
- Qatar Tribune
Macron congratulates PSG players after jubilant victory parade
PARIS: French President HE Emmanuel Macron welcomed players and staff of Paris Saint-Germain at the presidential Élysée Palace on Sunday and congratulated them for their historic win in the Champions League final against Inter Milan. Earlier, the team paraded through the Champs-Élysées on a coach bus to celebrate their victory among crowds of fans. Macron praised the role of Qatar Investment Authority and appreciated the efforts of President of Paris Saint-Germain Club HE Nasser Al-Khelaifi, during the team's official reception at Elysee Palace after being crowned with the UEFA Champions League title.
