Doha: The Indian Cultural Centre (ICC), in
association with the Qatar Indian Association (QIA), successfully hosted a
grand live screening of the 2026 FIFA
World Cup Final at ICC's Ashoka Hall on Sunday, bringing together
hundreds of football enthusiasts from the Indian expatriate community for an
unforgettable night of sporting excitement. The event transformed the venue
into a vibrant football arena as families, women, children and fans gathered to
watch the historic final between Spain and Argentina on a giant LED screen.
The
thrilling championship clash attracted an enthusiastic audience, with Argentina
supporters forming the majority of the crowd, while many neutral football
lovers also joined to witness football's biggest spectacle. The atmosphere
remained electric throughout the match, culminating in Spain's dramatic victory
after extra time to claim their second FIFA World Cup title. The shared
excitement and passion for the game made the evening a memorable celebration of
football and community spirit.
Adding
to the excitement, ICC and QIA organised a "Predict & Win" Contest, which received an
overwhelming response from attendees. Participants enthusiastically predicted
the outcome of the final, making the event even more engaging and interactive.
The winners were honoured with commemorative medals during a special prize
distribution ceremony presented by A.P.
Manikantan, President of the Indian Cultural Centre (ICC).
The
event was attended by Shri Vibhav A.
Tandale, Head of Chancery and Consular at the Embassy of India; A.P. Manikantan, President of ICC; Ashif Hameed, President of the Qatar
Indian Association (QIA); and Sudenthu
Pal, Vice President of the Indian Sports Centre (ISC). They were joined
by office bearers and representatives of ICC, QIA and ISC, along with
distinguished members of the Indian community in Qatar, reflecting the strong
spirit of unity and community participation.
Speaking
on the occasion, Ashif Hameed
said QIA remains committed to promoting sports and strengthening community
engagement through major international sporting events. He noted that,
alongside encouraging active participation in sports, the association aims to
bring people together through shared experiences such as the FIFA World Cup
Final screening. He also announced that QIA has planned a series of sporting
events and tournaments throughout 2026, reaffirming its commitment to fostering
sportsmanship, healthy living and unity among the Indian community in Qatar.
The successful collaboration between ICC and QIA once again highlighted the
power of sport in connecting people across generations and backgrounds.
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