2024-02-25 19:20:10
Dubai (WAM)
Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Vice President of the National Olympic Committee and Chairman of the Supreme Organizing Committee of the Beach Soccer World Cup “UAE 2024”, confirmed that the tournament was a success technically, organisationally, publicly and medially, and achieved all its goals for the UAE and the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA).
He pointed out that the World Cup came out in the best possible way, in light of the cooperation and teamwork between FIFA, the Football Association, the Dubai Sports Council, and all concerned parties and bodies in Dubai.
Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi stressed that the UAE is accustomed to presenting the new and leaving its mark on any event it hosts, and that the Dubai Design District Stadium, given the circumstances of its establishment, the timing of its completion, its high efficiency, and its facilities, including a training field and offices accompanying the meetings and work of FIFA committees, A media centre, and a fan entertainment area, is an inspiring success story recorded in history throughout the generations, especially since it was fully established in just 25 days, with the highest international quality standards, which provided the best competitive environment for the participating teams, and contributed to extracting the best from the participating teams at levels. With the testimony of all delegations.
Regarding the legacy of the World Cup that will remain for generations by hosting this event, Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid stressed that the public attendance that accompanied the World Cup and the competitive atmosphere full of passion and enthusiasm will certainly contribute to spreading the game within the country and revealing more talent, especially in light of the historical achievement he achieved. Our national team has qualified for the quarter-finals for the first time, and the Emirati cadres who have proven their competence and merit in various committees are among the most prominent gains, in addition to the good international reputation that has strengthened the UAE’s position and soft power, and proven its ability to host and make the largest international sporting events a success.
He said, “This great success did not come out of nowhere, but rather as a result of the support of the wise leadership first, and months of work and diligence from all members of the organizing committee that did not leave anything to chance. So thanks to them all, thanks to the Dubai Sports Council, the Football Association, and all the bodies and institutions that did not Every effort is being spared to produce the event in the best possible way, and thanks to the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA), the Beach Soccer Executive Committee, the teams that participated and competed honorably, and the fans who attended from all communities, so that each element from its position contributed to painting a picture of creativity and excellence in this global sporting event. Great.
Regarding the most prominent reactions he received about the tournament, Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi confirmed that FIFA officials and all official delegations and missions praised the professional organization and stressed that it is not new to the Emirates, and that FIFA President Gianni Infantino was keen to attend most days of the tournament, and praised the attendance. The diverse fans from various communities, and his talk about beach soccer taking off to broader horizons after this tournament, are all indications and reactions that call for reassurance and a sense of satisfaction, in addition to the international media that praised the new stadium and the unique story of its founding, and the Emirates and its ability to organize and amaze.
He added: The UAE in general and the city of Dubai in particular were the focus of world attention during the period from 15 to 25 February (the period of the World Cup competitions), and received great media attention on various continents, and confirmed to FIFA once again that it is a successful and reliable partner, after… Its remarkable success in hosting the World Youth Cup in 2003, the FIFA Junior World Cup in 2013, and the Club World Cup in 5 editions: 2009, 2010, 2017, 2018, 2021, and the Beach Soccer World Cup 2009 and 2024.
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