Al-Khanbashi congratulates the youth team on reaching the Gulf Cup semifinals and praises their commendable performance.

Governor Congratulates National Youth Football Team on Gulf Cup Semi-Final Qualification

Governor of Hadhramaut, Salem Ahmed Al-Khanbashi, congratulated the national youth football team for qualifying for the semi-finals of the Gulf Cup held in Doha, Qatar. The team secured their spot after defeating Kuwait with a score of two goals to none in the final round of the group stage.

Presidential Greetings and Commendation

During a virtual call with the team’s leadership, coaching staff, and players, Al-Khanbashi conveyed the greetings and congratulations of His Excellency President Dr. Rashad Mohammed Al-Alimi, Chairman of the Presidential Leadership Council. He praised the sporting achievement, highlighting the determination of the players to represent Yemen honorably in Gulf competitions.

Recognition of Team Performance

Al-Khanbashi commended the outstanding performance displayed by the players throughout the tournament. He noted their fighting spirit, discipline, and cohesion on the field. He emphasized that this qualification serves as a source of pride for all Yemenis and showcases the promising talents and athletic abilities of Yemeni youth, which deserve support and attention.

Call for Continued Excellence

The governor stressed the importance of maintaining a commendable performance in the semi-finals. He urged the team to remain confident, focused, and sportsmanlike to continue their journey in the tournament and achieve further accomplishments for Yemeni sports.

Team’s Path to the Semi-Finals

The national youth team secured their victory against Kuwait, raising their points total to seven and earning a ticket to the semi-finals of the tournament.

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