Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain – 20 November 2025: Amid a thrilling atmosphere and enthusiastic crowd attendance, Kuwait Finance House – Bahrain (KFH – Bahrain) was crowned champion of the 2025 Banks and Financial Institutions Futsal League, held from November 2 to 18 at the Bahrain Football Association Hall in Riffa. The tournament concluded with an action-packed final that brought together KFH – Bahrain and Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait in a thrilling showdown. This well-deserved victory stands as a testament to the exceptional performance demonstrated by the KFH – Bahrain players throughout the competition and their commitment to representing the Bank with excellence.

On this occasion, Dr Shadi Zahran, Group Chief Executive Officer of KFH – Bahrain, expressed his pride in this achievement, noting that the win reflects the team’s collective effort, discipline and dedication. He commented, “We extend our sincere gratitude and appreciation to the Kingdom of Bahrain’s Wise Leadership for its continuous support in promoting sports culture. We also highly value the patronage and encouragement of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Majesty the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, and His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, President of the General Sports Authority, and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee. Their support has significantly contributed to fostering an integrated sporting environment that inspires institutions and national talents to excel.”

Dr Zahran further emphasised the important role of sports initiatives within the banking sector, highlighting their contribution in strengthening team spirit, enhancing institutional belonging and reinforcing the sector’s commitment to social responsibility. He added that KFH – Bahrain’s participation in this year’s league aligns with the Bank’s dedication to supporting youth and sports initiatives that enrich the community landscape in the Kingdom.

“We commend the organising committee for its outstanding efforts in ensuring the success of the tournament and delivering an event that reflects the stature of national banks and their vital role in supporting the national economy,” he said.

For their part, the Bank’s administrative and technical teams praised the exceptional performance of the players during the final match, noting that the triumph was the result of strong focus, determination and a clear desire to secure the title. They affirmed that the tournament provided an excellent opportunity to enhance cooperation, build connections and strengthen camaraderie among employees across various banking institutions.