Reported Journalist: Umair Nawshad
The Hameedians Football Club commemorated the 141st anniversary of Hameed Al Husseinie College with a special Exhibition Football Match featuring over-55 Soccer Legends from among the old boys of the college. The event highlighted the college’s rich sporting history and celebrated the contributions of past players and mentors.
The celebrations began with a Media Briefing and Jersey Launching Ceremony held on Friday, November 14, at the A.H.M. Fowzie Hall of the college, under the patronage of Aadhil Aboobucker, President of the Hameedians Football Club.
The much-anticipated Exhibition Match — Maroons vs Golds — was played on Sunday, November 16, at 3:30 p.m. at the City League Ground in Colombo. The match served as a tribute to the legacy of the school’s football program and a reunion of former players.
Project Chairman Imran Hussain delivered a briefing on the history and current standing of the college’s football journey. He acknowledged the invaluable role of former teachers and coaches in shaping the success of the sport at the institution, some of whom were honoured with tokens of appreciation during the ceremony.
The event also saw addresses from key alumni figures including Old Boys Association Secretary Imtiaz Illyas, OBA Education Committee Chairman Azrin Zahir, and Mohamed Zulfikar.
In attendance were also Light for Life Directors Faizal Buharie and Hifaz Farook, along with Hameedians FC Secretary Rizwan Hilmy and other members. The vote of thanks was delivered by Ramzan Ibrahim, marking the close of a memorable celebration of unity, history, and sporting excellence.
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