Qatar Stars League Management (QSLM) CEO Hani Taleb Ballan congratulated Al Duhail, who were crowned the 2017-18 season QNB Stars League champions on Saturday night.

It was the second successive league triumph and sixth overall for Lekhwiya, relaunched as Al Duhail this season following the former’s merger with El Jaish.

“I would like to extend the sincere congratulations on behalf of the QSLM to the Al Duhail club management, players, technical staff and officials on their success in winning the league shield this season. We wish them all the best in their future engagements at both domestic and continental levels, such as the AFC Champions League. That they have achieved good results and qualified for the Round of 16 with an all-win record clearly shows their strength,” said Hani.

He described Al Duhail as worthy champions, who excelled in figures and statistics as well, saying the team demonstrated remarkable levels of performance since the beginning of the season.

“It’s a huge achievement for the club management, players, technical staff and officials who worked very hard since the beginning of the season, resulting in their second consecutive and sixth league title,” he said.

The QSL CEO expressed his satisfaction over the ceremonies, organised on the sidelines of the QNB Stars League Week 22 match between Al Duhail and Al Sailiya, that culminated in The Red Knights’ coronation.

“We always cherish and take pride in the successes achieved by our clubs, in Qatar and beyond. Al Duhail are a good example of professional football in the country. The QSL is always partnering the clubs in the continuous development process which benefit professional football and consequently the Qatar national teams as well as clubs,” said Hani.

He stressed the fact that this league season witnessed many exciting battles between the teams.

“The competition was fair and open. I also extend appreciation to all partners, sponsors and stakeholders of the QSL as well as the media and other entities that contributed to the success of the QNB Stars League. We’re always keen to work closely with all partners, sponsors and stakeholders in the QSLM’s forthcoming events and competitions,” Hani concluded.