Gulf Bank football team in a group photo.

KUWAIT CITY, Jan 6: In a new sporting achievement, the Gulf Bank football team has qualified for the final of the annual Kuwait Banking Association Championship, where it will face Boubyan Bank in the final match to be held next Saturday at Abdullah Al-Khalifa Al-Sabah Stadium, Al-Yarmouk Sports Club.

Gulf Bank secured its place in the final after defeating Warba Bank 3–2 in the semifinals in an exciting and highly competitive match between the two teams. Gulf Bank clinched the victory in the final minutes, earning its spot in the highly anticipated final with merit.

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

In this context, Gulf Bank organizes the annual Gulf Bank Marathon, 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 aligns with the bank’s strategy to reinforce social sustainability standards, which focus 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 in the Banking Federation Championship each year, delivering strong technical performances that reflect a spirit of competition and discipline. The team also contributes to strengthening relationships among employees and reinforcing the values of teamwork and belonging, in line with Gulf Bank’s vision of supporting sports activities and building a healthy and motivating work environment.