
Crown Prince congratulates Kuwait SC
KUWAIT: His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah sent a congratulatory cable to Khaled Ali Al-Ghanim, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Kuwait Sports Club, on the occasion of the club's triumph in the 2024–2025 Crown Prince Football Cup. In his message, His Highness extended heartfelt congratulations to Al-Ghanim, the club's administrative and technical staff, and all players for their exceptional achievement, commending their impressive performance in the final match and throughout the tournament.
HRH the Crown Prince receives commemorative gift during patronage and attendance of final match of Cup between Kuwait and Al Arabi teams.
HRH the Crown Prince receives commemorative gift from Naser Bader Al Kharafi during patronage and attendance of final match of Cup between Kuwait and Al Arabi.
His Highness praised the team's high level of play, sportsmanship, and determination, which led to their well-deserved title. He lauded the efforts of the club's officials and coaching staff, as well as the players' dedication and unity, which reflected the team's strength and pursuit of excellence. Expressing appreciation for the club's kind gesture in presenting gifts on the occasion, His Highness conveyed his best wishes to Kuwait Sports Club for continued success. He expressed hope the club would achieve further honors in future competitions, contribute to nurturing national talent, and elevate Kuwait's standing in the sporting arena under the wise leadership of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. — KUNA
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