DOHA: Former national team coach Fahad Thani has been appointed

Director of Football Development at Qatar Football Association (QFA).

Fahad Thani who was coach of the national side for two years, will

be responsible for developing youth programs.

Fahad Thani will be focusing on the grassroots programs that will

be aimed at harnessing young talent ‎in the country.

Fahad Thani will be engaging clubs and communities around

the country to chart out plans for future development.

QFA circles feel that Fahad Thani has the desired experience to

take Qatar football forward.

Fahad Thani has worked at Aspire Academy and Al Rayyan club

while dealing with football matters.

A qualified coach, Fahad Thanis is well respected in Qatar where

he has been associated with football since long.

He has attended FIFA and AFC workshops to obtain top coaching

courses.