Copthorne Al-Jahra wins Hotels Football Championship Cup
KUWAIT: The Hotels Football Championship (HFC) concluded with Copthorne Hotel and Resort Al-Jahra being crowned the title after penalty kicks against IHG. The tournament was held in Messilah Soccer Fields (MSF).
Moustafa Sallam CEO and the head of the organizing committee said “this is the first tournament of its kind in Kuwait”. He added that the tournament succeeded due to the efforts of all volunteers, hotels’ management and the wide participation of teams representing many of the hotels operating in Kuwait. Sallam added, the tournament showcased the amazing talents of players and their drive to progress towards the title and cup.
The HFC tournament was an initiative from a group of employees from the different participating hotels lead by Moustafa Sallam of Movenpick Al-Bidaa. The participating hotels included many of Kuwait’s leading hospitality heavyweights such as Movenpick Al-Bidaa, Regency, Sheraton, Jumeira, Palms, Symphony, Marriott, IHG, Safir - Fintas, Adams, Copthorne-Millennium AlJahra, Holiday Inn Downtown, Marina Hotel 1, and Marina Hotel 2.
“Congratulations to the winning team, Copthorne Al-Jahra for achieving the title of the first iteration of HFC,” said Maged Gubr, General Manager Movenpick Al-Bidaa. “We were delighted to take part in a well organized tournament of this caliber alongside many of our peers from the participating hotels. The audience enthusiastically supported their favorite teams and the teams in return were eager to please their supporters and all soccer fans. Everyone showed great spirit and determination.”