Doha: Weekend Challengers FC emerged as champions of the Weekend Warriors Season 4 Football Tournament, producing a flawless campaign to lift the title at the Pearling School Grounds on Friday morning.
The eventual champions dominated the round-robin phase, winning all four of their matches to finish on top of the standings with a perfect 12 points. Weekend Challengers scored 10 goals and conceded just once to finish with an impressive +9 goal difference.
Artic Vanguard FC secured second place with nine points after winning three of their four matches, while Bellies & Ballies FC finished third with six points. Bluetiful Urrak Warriors FC and Red Giants FC ended their campaigns with one point each.
In the final, Weekend Challengers FC underlined their supremacy by defeating Artic Vanguard FC 4-0 to clinch the Season 4 crown in emphatic style.
The tournament kicked off at 5:00 am, with Bellies & Ballies FC opening the day with a 3-0 victory over Red Giants FC. Weekend Challengers quickly established themselves as favourites after thrashing Artic Vanguard FC 4-0 in their opening league match.
They continued their winning run by defeating Red Giants FC 2-0, overcoming Bellies & Ballies FC 3-1, and edging past Bluetiful Urrak Warriors FC 1-0 before sealing the title in the final.
Tournament top scorer Hasan starred for Weekend Challengers FC with an outstanding eight goals, while several other players also made key contributions throughout the competition.
However, beyond the football action, the tournament was also celebrated for its strong sense of unity and camaraderie within the community.
Reflecting on the success of Season 4, organizer Keeny De Souza praised the spirit that defined the event.
“Season 4 is officially in the books, but what stayed on the pitch long after the final whistle wasn’t just the scores—it was the incredible spirit of this community,” said De Souza.
“Weekend Warriors has always been about more than just football. It’s about family. It’s about seeing everyone come together—players, friends, and families—to build something special.”
He also highlighted the collective effort behind the tournament’s success, acknowledging everyone involved—from players and supporters to volunteers who contributed behind the scenes.
“From the early 5:00 am start to the final awards, the success of this tournament belongs to every single person who lent a hand, cheered from the sidelines, and looked out for one another.”
“We win together, we celebrate together, and we grow together. We didn’t just play a tournament; we made memories as a family,” he added.
The tournament concluded with an awards presentation ceremony at 7:55 am, ending yet another successful edition of Weekend Warriors that showcased not only quality football but also the true meaning of community spirit.
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