In a unique Ramadan atmosphere that blends sports, competition, and community spirit, the 11th edition of the “2025 Ramadan Sports Festival” is being hosted by Aspire Zone Foundation. As the premier sporting event in Qatar’s calendar, the festival runs from Monday, March 3, 2025, to March 18, 2025, featuring daily competitions from 9:00 PM until midnight. Athletes from various categories gather to test their skills in a professional sports environment.
This year’s festival offers a comprehensive sports experience with nine different sports, including football, basketball, tennis, and squash, along with dedicated competitions for people with disabilities, reinforcing the values of inclusivity and equal opportunity for all.
Embassy Football Tournament (Teams)
The excitement and competition continue in the Embassy Football Tournament, part of the 2025 Ramadan Sports Festival. The fifth day of the tournament delivered intense matches filled with enthusiasm and competitive spirit.
Results from Day 5:
- Iraq Embassy defeated Eritrea Embassy (2-1)
- Ethiopia Embassy triumphed over Spain Embassy (8-3)
- India Embassy secured a victory against Sudan Embassy (3-0)
On Sunday, three crucial matches will take place:
- China Embassy vs. Mali Embassy
- Qatar vs. Algeria Embassy
- Chad Embassy vs. Eritrea Embassy
The tournament continues to deliver high-level competition, with more thrilling matches awaited by fans in the coming days.
Aspire Sponsors & Institutions Championship
Teams are fiercely competing for spots in the semi-finals of the Aspire Sponsors & Institutions Championship, which features eight teams divided into two groups.
Recent match results:
- Finance Department (Ashghal) defeated Assets Sector 1 (Ashghal) (3-2)
- Al-Olaya RCA dominated Roads Management Center (Ashghal) (13-1)
On Sunday, the third round of Group A will see:
- Al-Olaya RCA vs. Assets Sector 1 (Ashghal)
- Finance Department (Ashghal) vs. Roads Management Center (Ashghal)
Current Group A Standings:
- Al-Olaya RCA – 6 points
- Assets Sector 1 (Ashghal) – 3 points
- Finance Department (Ashghal) – 3 points
- Roads Management Center (Ashghal) – 0 points
The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals, with the final match scheduled for March 16, 2025, marking the tournament’s thrilling conclusion.
Excitement in the Aspire Zone Employees Tournament
Aspire Zone Employees Football Tournament kicked off with a strong start, featuring competitive matches and remarkable performances from all participating teams.
Match Results:
- TEA Cheers defeated Los Galacticos (5-2)
- Aspetar United outplayed Scrubs FC (4-0)
- Aspire Eagles secured a big win over Athlete Relations (6-2)
Final Stages of the Squash Championship
The Men’s Squash Championship has reached the quarter-final stage, with the following players advancing:
- Yousef Al-Maliki
- Samiullah Sajid
- Ali Mansour
- Haitham Gouda
- Ali Durrani
- Asim Mirza
- Ridwan Raza
- Ziad Rahim
The final match is set for Monday, March 10, 2025.
Meanwhile, the Women’s Squash Championship will take place from March 9-13, 2025, at the Aspire Dome Squash Courts.
Women's 3x3 Basketball Tournament
The Women’s 3x3 Basketball Tournament will conclude on Sunday, March 10, 2025, at the Ladies' Sports Hall.
Participating Teams:
- Al Gharafa 1
- HEAT
- Al Gharafa 2
- BULLS
- HOOPS 2
- ASHGHAL WARRIORS
- HOOPS 1
- RAVENS