Sultan bin Ahmed crowns champions of Sharjah Ramadan Sports Tournament.

Photo: Sharjah Government Media Bureau

His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Media Council, crowned the Iran national team as the champions of the six-a-side football tournament. He also awarded Suhaila Suburb Council as the winners of the beach volleyball competition at the Sharjah Ramadan Sports Tournament. The event took place at Al Heera Beach in Sharjah on Sunday evening.

The football final was an exciting match between the Iranian and Indonesian national teams. Iran secured a narrow 3-2 victory in a thrilling game that kept the audience on the edge of their seats. The match attracted a large crowd of supporters, cheering passionately for their teams. In the third-place playoff, the UAE national team defeated Oman 4-1 in a penalty shootout to claim third place.

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In the beach volleyball competition, Suhaila Suburb Council won the final by defeating Muwailih Suburb Council in straight sets. The tournament included teams from six councils across Sharjah: Al Raqa, Wasit, Muwailih, Suhaila, Al Rahmaniyah, and Mughaidir.

Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed also took time to observe the fun activities arranged for spectators. These included games like tug-of-war and sack races, which allowed both adults and children to participate. These activities added to the excitement and festive atmosphere of the tournament.

During the closing ceremony, Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed honored the sponsors and supporters of the tournament. He presented them with commemorative shields as a token of appreciation and took photographs to mark the occasion.

The first edition of the six-a-side football tournament was held from March 4 to March 9. It featured eight Asian national teams: UAE, Iraq, Oman, India, Japan, Iran, Pakistan, and Indonesia. The teams were divided into two groups, with the top two from each group moving on to the semi-finals and final. In total, 20 matches were played, with each game consisting of two halves of 25 minutes each.

The tournament was well-organized, with seating for up to 1,700 spectators. A special entertainment village was set up, offering a variety of activities, games, and sports facilities. Food trucks and sponsor booths were also arranged to enhance the overall experience for visitors.

The awards ceremony was attended by several prominent figures, including Sheikh Majid bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Districts Affairs; Hamad Ali Al Mahmoud, Chairman of the Sharjah Economic Development Department; Mohammed Hassan Khalaf, Director General of the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority; and Hassan Yaqoub Al Mansouri, Secretary-General of the Sharjah Media Council. Many other senior officials, media representatives, and football fans were also present to witness the grand closing of the tournament.

The Sharjah Ramadan Sports Tournament successfully brought together athletes, fans, and communities, creating an atmosphere of sportsmanship and celebration. With its exciting matches and engaging activities, the tournament left a lasting impression and set the stage for future editions.