Muslim Aid hosted a first-of-its-kind charity football tournament which brought together Islamic community leaders and scholars from across the UK for an exciting 11-a-side match. Imams across the country, including cities from London, Blackburn, Bradford, and Batley, took part in the inaugural Minarets Cup.
The event drew a crowd of 200 fans who witnessed the Imams All-Stars triumph over Imams United with an impressive 8-3 victory. Medals were awarded to all players, and the Imams All Stars proudly took home the Minaret Cup trophy for 2024.
The tournament concluded with a closing ceremony, featuring a Nasihah (Islamic advice session) by Sheikh Khidr, followed by an awards presentation.
The tournament raised over £16,000 for Muslim Aid’s Palestine appeal, which supports Palestinians facing ongoing aggression with food, water, and medicine to those suffering in Gaza.
This tournament was organised in collaboration with East London Mosque.
Farhal Ahmed, Community Fundraising Manager at Muslim Aid says:
“It was inspiring to witness imams from across the country come together and participate in this remarkable initiative organised by the East London Mosque.”
“Taking care of our bodies and maintaining good health is an integral part of our Sunnah (Prophetic way of life), and we should encourage our communities to do the same. This event united communities here in the UK and supported those in need in Gaza. The funds raised from this project will go towards providing life-saving aid.”
