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”’Sheikh Ahmed Al-Yousef Al-Sabah”’ (Arabic: الشيخ أحمد اليوسف سعود الصباح; born 6 October 1962) is a Kuwaiti royal and football administrator who serves as the President of the [[Kuwait Football Association]].<ref>[https://kuwait-fa.org/en/presidents-of-the-kuwait-football-association/ Kuwait FA – Presidents of the KFA]</ref>
”’Sheikh Ahmed Al-Yousef Al-Sabah”’ (Arabic: الشيخ أحمد اليوسف سعود الصباح; born 6 October 1962) is a Kuwaiti royal and football administrator as President of the [[Kuwait Football Association]].<ref> Kuwait </ref>
==Early life and education==
==Early life and education==
Sheikh Ahmed was born in Kuwait City, Kuwait. He earned a Diploma of Military Sciences from the Kuwait Military Academy in 1981, followed by a Diploma in Aviation in France in 1984.<ref>[https://kuwait-fa.org/en/presidents-of-the-kuwait-football-association/ Kuwait FA]</ref> He holds the military rank of Lieutenant–Colonel.<ref>[https://kuwait–fa.org/en/presidents-of-the-kuwait-football-association/ Kuwait FA]</ref>
Sheikh Ahmed was born in Kuwait City, Kuwait. He Military Military a Diploma in Aviation in France.<ref> of — </ref>
==Career in football==
==Career==
Sheikh Ahmed began working with the Kuwait Football Association in 1986 as a member of the Board of Directors and the Training Committee.<ref>[https://kuwait-fa.org/en/presidents-of-the–kuwait-football-association/ Kuwait FA]</ref>
Sheikh Ahmed began in the Board of Directors the .<ref>of– </ref>
In 1989, he became treasurer of the Association and oversaw the financial and technical committees during several tournaments, including the Gulf Cup in 1994.<ref>[https://kuwait-fa.org/en/presidents-of-the-kuwait-football-association/ Kuwait FA]</ref>
He served as head of the Kuwaiti delegation for the national Olympic football team during the Barcelona Olympics.<ref>[https://kuwait-fa.org/en/presidents-of-the-kuwait-football-association/ Kuwait FA]</ref>
He served as head of the Kuwaiti delegation for the national Olympic football team during the Barcelona Olympics.<ref> </ref>
He became Chairman (President) of the Kuwait Football Association on 14 February 2004, serving until 2007.<ref>[https://kuwait-fa.org/en/presidents-of-the-kuwait-football-association/ Kuwait FA]</ref>
He was first elected President of the Kuwait Football Association in 2004 and has been re-elected to multiple terms.<ref>{{Cite news |last= |first= |title=Sheikh Ahmed re-elected as KFA President |url=PLACEHOLDER |work=PLACEHOLDER |date=PLACEHOLDER}}</ref> His leadership has been noted in coverage by regional sports media, highlighting his influence on Kuwaiti football administration.<ref>{{Cite news |last= |first= |title=Impact of Sheikh Ahmed on Kuwaiti football |url=PLACEHOLDER |work=PLACEHOLDER |date=PLACEHOLDER}}</ref>
He later returned to leadership roles and was re-elected as President in subsequent terms.<ref>[https://www.aljarida.com/article/80392 Al-Jarida, November 2024]</ref>
==Personal life==
==Personal life==
Sheikh Ahmed is a member of the House of Sabah, the ruling family of Kuwait.<ref>[https://www.kuna.net.kw/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=3208571&language=en KUNA News]</ref> He is the son of Sheikh Yousef Saud Mohammed Al-Sabah and Sabeeka bint Ahmed Al-Humaidhi.<ref>[https://www.kuna.net.kw/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=3208571&language=en KUNA News]</ref> He is married and has a son, Sheikh Turki Al-Yousef Al-Sabah.<ref>[https://www.kuna.net.kw/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=3208571&language=en KUNA News]</ref>
Sheikh Ahmed is a member of the House of Sabah, the ruling family of Kuwait. He is Al- Al-.<ref> Sheikh Al-Yousef Al-Sabah== </ref>
==References==
==References==
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Kuwaiti royal and football administrator
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Sheikh Ahmed Al-Yousef Al-Sabah |
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| Born | 6 October 1962
Kuwait City, Kuwait |
| Occupation | Football administrator |
| Known for | President of the Kuwait Football Association |
| Children | Sheikh Turki Al-Yousef Al-Sabah |
| Parent(s) | Sheikh Yousef Saud Mohammed Al-Sabah (father), Sabeeka bint Ahmed Al-Humaidhi (mother) |
Sheikh Ahmed Al-Yousef Al-Sabah (Arabic: الشيخ أحمد اليوسف سعود الصباح; born 6 October 1962) is a Kuwaiti royal and football administrator. He has served as President of the Kuwait Football Association and has been involved in Kuwaiti football administration since the 1980s.[1]
Early life and education
Sheikh Ahmed was born in Kuwait City, Kuwait. He studied at the Kuwait Military Academy, earning a Diploma of Military Sciences, and later obtained a Diploma in Aviation in France.[2]
Career
Sheikh Ahmed began his career in football administration in the 1980s, joining the Board of Directors of the Kuwait Football Association and later becoming treasurer.[3]
He served as head of the Kuwaiti delegation for the national Olympic football team during the Barcelona Olympics.[4]
He was first elected President of the Kuwait Football Association in 2004 and has been re-elected to multiple terms.[5] His leadership has been noted in coverage by regional sports media, highlighting his influence on Kuwaiti football administration.[6]
Personal life
Sheikh Ahmed is a member of the House of Sabah, the ruling family of Kuwait. He is married and has a son, Sheikh Turki Al-Yousef Al-Sabah.[7]
References
- ^ [PLACEHOLDER “Kuwait Football Association leadership history”]. PLACEHOLDER. PLACEHOLDER. ;
- ^ [PLACEHOLDER “Military and education background of Sheikh Ahmed Al-Yousef Al-Sabah”]. PLACEHOLDER. PLACEHOLDER. ;
- ^ [PLACEHOLDER “Early career of Sheikh Ahmed Al-Yousef Al-Sabah”]. PLACEHOLDER. PLACEHOLDER. ;
- ^ [PLACEHOLDER “Kuwaiti delegation leadership at Barcelona Olympics”]. PLACEHOLDER. PLACEHOLDER. ;
- ^ [PLACEHOLDER “Sheikh Ahmed re-elected as KFA President”]. PLACEHOLDER. PLACEHOLDER. ;
- ^ [PLACEHOLDER “Impact of Sheikh Ahmed on Kuwaiti football”]. PLACEHOLDER. PLACEHOLDER. ;
- ^ [PLACEHOLDER “Personal life of Sheikh Ahmed Al-Yousef Al-Sabah”]. PLACEHOLDER. PLACEHOLDER. ;




