Team Chunkz Secures Victory in Charity 'Match for Hope'
In a remarkable display of sportsmanship and solidarity, Qatar Airways and Qatar Duty Free sponsored the 'Match for Hope', an exciting football event that brought together famous football legends and content creators to support disadvantaged children and communities across the globe. The charity match, held in Doha, Qatar, ended with Team Chunkz clinching victory against Team AboFlah, marking a significant moment for a noble cause.
The initiative aimed at raising funds took place in a stadium with a 45,000 capacity, known for hosting significant matches during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ and the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023. The event saw the participation of football greats like David Villa, Didier Drogba, Ricardo Kaká, and Roberto Carlos, under the coaching expertise of Antonio Conte and Arsène Wenger. Both teams, led by renowned content creators Chunkz and AboFlah, played pro bono, emphasizing the charitable spirit of the match.
Qatar Airways Group's CEO, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, expressed pride in leveraging the universal appeal of sports to unite people and support disadvantaged communities worldwide. The 'Match for Hope' not only highlighted Qatar's commitment to promoting peace and education but also underscored the potential of sports in fostering global solidarity.
The funds gathered from this event are set to benefit various projects under Education Above All (EAA) in countries including Mali, Pakistan, Palestine, Rwanda, Sudan, and Tanzania. These projects range from constructing classrooms and providing academic materials to connecting families with social programs and offering teacher mentorship training.
Organized by Q Life, the cultural platform of the State of Qatar’s International Media Office (IMO), in collaboration with Education Above All (EAA), and Qatar Football Association (QFA), the match also reinforced Qatar Airways, Visit Qatar, and Qatar Duty Free's roles as official partners in supporting philanthropic initiatives. This event continues the legacy of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, using football as a vehicle for peace and educational outreach.
The Education Above All Foundation, established in 2012 by Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, focuses on transforming lives through education and achieving Sustainable Development Goals for those in need.