The historic Maldives team, winners of the SAFF Futsal Championship, returned home to a rousing and heroic welcome.
The team, who claimed the championship in Bangkok, Thailand with a flawless 100% winning record, arrived in Malé on the evening of the 27th. They were warmly received by the Minister of Sports, Fitness and Recreation, Mr. Abdulla Rafiu; President of the Football Association of Maldives, Mr. Ahmed Thariq; Commissioner of Sports, Mr. Ahmed Tholal; senior officials of the Maldives Olympic Committee; executive members of FAM; and several prominent figures from the Maldivian football and futsal communities.
Prior to departing for Malé, the players shared an emotional reunion with their families and relatives at the VIP Lounge of Velana International Airport. The celebrations then continued with an open-top bus parade to Artificial Beach, where thousands of supporters gathered to welcome their heroes.
Upon the team’s arrival at Artificial Beach, the celebrations peaked with fireworks and a spectacular laser show. The championship trophy was officially presented to the Minister of Sports and the President of FAM.
The night concluded with live traditional boduberu performances, as players posed for photographs and signed autographs for fans.
