In the final, Gerrys delivered a commanding performance, with Khayam Khattak scoring a hat-trick while Saqib Anwar added another goal. Muhammad Abu scored for Qatar Embassy, but his effort was not enough to prevent Gerrys from sealing a comprehensive 5-2 victory
Ansar Mahmood Bhatti
ISLAMABAD: Gerrys emerged champions of the 14th UAE Ambassador’s Cup Ramadan Football Tournament 2026 after defeating Qatar Embassy 5-2 in a thrilling final.
The prestigious annual tournament was organized by the UAE Embassy in Pakistan in collaboration with the Pakistan Football Federation, which also provided full technical support. A total of 10 teams competed in 22 matches, showcasing competitive football and strengthening people-to-people connections among diverse communities.
In the final, Gerrys delivered a commanding performance, with Khayam Khattak scoring a hat-trick while Saqib Anwar added another goal. Muhammad Abu scored for Qatar Embassy, but his effort was not enough to prevent Gerrys from sealing a comprehensive 5-2 victory.
In the third-place playoff, Afghanistan defeated the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) team 4-1.
Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar graced the closing ceremony as chief guest. He distributed prizes among the players along with UAE Ambassador to Pakistan Salem Mohammed Salem Al Bawab Al Zaabi and President of the Pakistan Football Federation Syed Mohsen Gilani.
Attaullah Tarar awarded Rs500,000 to the winning team, Rs300,000 to the runners-up, and Rs200,000 to the third-placed team.
The ceremony was attended by Member of the National Assembly Syeda Amnah Batool, ambassadors of Morocco, Lebanon, Afghanistan and Libya, the Deputy Head of Mission of Romania, senior Pakistani officials, members of the diplomatic corps and media representatives.
The annual event aims to promote sportsmanship, cultural exchange and community engagement during the holy month of Ramadan, bringing together diverse communities in a spirit of friendship and mutual understanding.
