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Gulf Bank team crowned champion of 'Banks' Football League for tenth time in its history

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11/01/2026

publish time

11/01/2026

The Gulf Bank team posed for a group photo after securing the Kuwait Banks Club Football League title.

KUWAIT CITY, Jan 11: The Gulf Bank team was crowned champion of the Kuwait Banks Club Football League, securing the title for the tenth time in its history after a well-deserved victory in the final match against Boubyan Bank with a score of (3–2). The match was held at Abdullah Al-Khalifa Al-Sabah Stadium at Al-Yarmouk Sports Club.

This triumph came after an outstanding campaign in which the Gulf Bank team delivered strong performances that reflected its experience and superiority in the tournament. Following an impressive display throughout the competition from the very beginning, the team succeeded in imposing its style of play and achieving positive results that qualified it to reach the top of the podium, reaffirming its position as one of the most decorated teams in the history of the tournament.

The tournament witnessed intense competition among the participating bank teams; however, the Gulf Bank team clinched the title thanks to its technical discipline, strong team spirit, and the outstanding performances of its players.

This achievement represents a new addition to Gulf Bank’s record of sporting accomplishments and confirms its continued strong presence in football tournaments dedicated to the banking sector.

Gulf Bank places great importance on supporting sports and promoting a culture of physical activity, driven by its belief in the role of sports in improving quality of life and fostering a healthy lifestyle within the community. The bank is keen to encourage its employees and members of the community to engage in sports by supporting various tournaments and sporting events.

In this context, Gulf Bank organizes the Gulf Bank Marathon annually, one of the most prominent community sporting events in the State of Kuwait. The marathon attracts thousands of participants from different age groups and aims to raise awareness of the importance of physical activity and make it a daily lifestyle choice. This initiative aligns with the bank’s strategy to reinforce social sustainability standards, focusing on supporting health and sports initiatives and enhancing positive engagement with the community.

The Gulf Bank football team presents a distinguished model of teamwork and cooperation among employees, comprising a group of young talents who combine professional commitment with athletic excellence. The team is keen to participate actively each year in the Banking Union Championship, delivering notable technical performances that reflect a spirit of competition and discipline. The team also contributes to strengthening relationships among employees and reinforcing values of teamwork and belonging, in line with Gulf Bank’s vision of supporting sports activities and building a healthy and motivating work environment.