Doha: Qatar Airways, in partnership with FIFA, proudly displayed the coveted FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy at the Oryx International School (OIS), to the delight of the students and staff.
The FIFA World Cup, the biggest sporting competition in the world, is set to be held in the Middle East for the first time in its history. Through the memorable event at the school, students and staff were able to learn more about football, the upcoming tournament, and how hosting presents tremendous opportunities for development and global connection in Qatar. The World Cup kicks off on November 21 and concludes with the final on Qatar National Day, December 18.
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, H E Akbar Al Baker said: “Qatar Airways always strives to bring communities together, whether through travel or sport. Our partnership with FIFA is a natural extension of this goal to unite the world.”
“Similar to the FIFA World Cup, Oryx International School unites people from all around the world, with students from more than 90 nations. We are excited to be able to bring together this international school community through the enthusiasm for this tournament and its grand prize.” he added.
OIS Executive Principal, Derek Laidlaw, an avid football fan himself, said: “We are thrilled for our students to have access to view the Winner’s Trophy, to learn about football, the teams and how this year’s tournament is unique with the focus on sustainability. We would like to thank Qatar Airways and FIFA for giving our students this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be in the same room as this historical masterpiece.”
Students from all year groups agreed that hosting the FIFA World Cup in Qatar is a proud moment for the country. It is an opportunity to celebrate the diversity and unity by bringing people from various nationalities together to support their favourite football players and teams. OIS students expressed that seeing the coveted Winner’s Trophy on display…