As the QSL season comes to a close for another season QSL online reflects on some of its highlights. Whilst Al Rayyan lifted the QSL title for the first time in 21 years and El Jaish lifted their second ever Qatar Cup. Whilst in the Workers Cup Taleb Group won the Workers Cup, in dramatic style edging out GCC in a penalty shootout.  

“Winning a trophy in front of cheering crowds is what I dreamt of when I started playing football,” the experienced Ghanaian player said minutes after he had slotted in his side’s first penalty in the 3-1 shootout win against a valiant Gulf Contracting at Al Ahli Stadium.

Looking back on his side’s journey to the final, the tough tackling defender identified one key moment in his sides quest to lift the Workers Cup crown. “The icing on the cake was the meeting with FIFA President Infantino in the semi-final. I might not have made it as a professional footballer but I have experienced the moments any star would wish for thanks to Qatar,”

“It was unbelievable when Mr. Infantino came on to the pitch while we were celebrating our semi-final victory. I did not realise he was there. A British journalist informed me and my eyes really popped out. I went up to the President, shook his hand and told him that this was a childhood dream come true” noted Ayitey when asked about his meeting with the head of the world game.

 Reflecting on the final against GCC Ayitey was pleased that his side remained tough at the back throughout the match “It was tough in regular time,” he said. “GCC are a good side and dominated possession. I had to be at my very best at the back and I am proud we did not concede.”

The Workers Cup is set to return for its fifth edition of the tournament next season.