Muscat – United Cargo FC emerged victorious in the high-voltage Friendi FC United Cargo Cup Season 2, securing the championship by defeating a formidable Manjappada FC 1-0 in a dramatic final match. The decisive winning goal was scored in second-half injury time by emerging star Jowan.

In the third-place playoff, Seyno FC claimed the second runner-up position over Realax FC (third runner-up) via a draw of lots, after the match remained deadlocked through both a penalty shootout and sudden death.

Former Indian international footballer Mohammed Rafi, alongside United Cargo Managing Director Niyas, Ramla Khader, Siyad Unichira, Saji Raja, Shabi, Naufal, Abhilash Sivan, and other distinguished guests, presented trophies and awards to the winners.

Individual Award Winners:

• Best Player: Vaishakh (Manjappada FC)
• Best Goalkeeper: Shibil (Manjappada FC)
• Best Defender: Riyas (United Cargo FC)
• Top Scorer: Kannan Rahul (Seyno FC)
• Emerging Player: Jowan (United Cargo FC)

During the ceremony, special honor was conferred upon artist Shahzan Saqi, who drew the artwork featured on the official Qatar national team bus during the recent World Cup.

Sixteen top teams from Muscat competed across four groups in the tournament. All participating squads rallied around United Cargo’s social message against substance abuse: “Say No to Drugs, Yes to Football.”

Family & Cultural Events: Alongside the football action, a children’s coloring competition drew around 175 participants across three categories:

• Category 1: Ayla Vinoj (1st), Haya Haneef (2nd), Inra Razak (3rd)
• Category 2: Ayesha Sheya (1st), Aamish Marakkath Reju (2nd), Ayesha Sadique (3rd)
• Category 3: Isa Jeshnas (1st), Huda (2nd), Fathima (3rd)

A popular biryani cooking contest saw Rajeena Niyas bag 1st place, followed by Ramshitha Nafsal in 2nd, and Ayesha Lisi in 3rd, with spectators given the opportunity to sample the dishes.

With dance performances, games for families, and raffle prizes for spectators, the United Cargo Cup marked an exciting start to Muscat’s new Sevens football season, delivering a memorable festive night for the community.