DOHA: Qatar University (Team 1) claimed the title of the inaugural edition of the Qatar Universities League after beating University of Calgary 3-0 at the Qatar Foundation Recreation Center. Last week, both finalists advanced tothe final after beating Qatar Aeronautical College and Qatar University (3) respectively The action-packed tournament kicked-off on Thursday, the 24th of October, 2013. The competition involved a total of 17 teams from 12 colleges and universities across Qatar. Khalid Al Kuwari, Director of Marketing and Communications at Qatar Football Association (QFA) said: “Excitement levels are rising as we get closer to the end of the Qatar Universities Football League. We are thrilled to find out who will be this year’s champion and congratulate the four teams who made it to the final stages of the tournament as well as all the other participating teams, they all played so well and displayed good sportsmanship.” He added: “Organising this tournament with QF showcases QFA’s commitment in nurturing the football culture in Qatar, especially amongst the youth. It also highlights QFA’s efforts in encouraging the youth to adopt a healthy lifestyle through playing football.” Sponsored by Qatar 2022 Supreme Committee, the Qatar Universities Football League is organised by Qatar Foundation, in collaboration with QFA.