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1stadia partners with Eurosport to broadcast the FIFA Club World Cup Saudi Arabia 2023
Mumbai: Eurosport, a prominent name in sports entertainment, has acquired the television broadcasting rights for FIFA Club World Cup Saudi Arabia 2023 across the Indian subcontinent, encompassing India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. The tournament with seven teams is set to commence on 12 December 2023, at the King Abdullah Sport City, with subsequent matches scheduled at Prince Abdullah AlFaisal Stadium in Saudi Arabia until its culmination on 22 December 2023.
FIFA Club World Cup is FIFA’s highest-level club tournament, which brings together continental champions from across the globe. This includes UEFA Champions League winner Manchester City and Fluminese FC from Brazil.
The rights for the FIFA Club World Cup Saudi Arabia 2023 were obtained through a strategic partnership with 1Stadia, the innovative sports media company facilitating the distribution of premier sporting events.
Eurosport India head Ruchir Jain, said, “We are absolutely thrilled to announce our association with 1stadia to broadcast of the FIFA Club World Cup on Eurosport. This event holds a paramount place in the annual club football calendar, marking the crowning of the world champion. Renowned teams such as Manchester City, Al-Ittihad, and others, featuring star players like Erling Haaland and Karim Benzema, will grace the grand stage. It’s an unmissable event. Our commitment has always been to provide top-notch sports content to our audience, and with this initiative, we’re taking a significant stride in bringing the very best of global football to our viewers in India.”
1Stadia CEO Sangeet Shirodkar, said, “We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with Eurosport for the live broadcasting of the FIFA Club World Cup 2023. This partnership not only reinforces our commitment to delivering premium sports content but also marks a significant milestone in providing football enthusiasts worldwide with unparalleled access to this prestigious tournament. By joining forces with Eurosport and integrating FanCode into the equation, we are ensuring a cutting-edge, immersive, and accessible viewing experience for fans. Together, we look forward to setting new standards in sports broadcasting and bringing the excitement of the FIFA Club World Cup 2023 to a global audience like never before.”
The FIFA Club World Cup 2023 promises to be a riveting spectacle, with captivating matchups and unexpected twists. The clash between Saudi Pro League champions Al Ittihad, led by the phenomenal 2022 Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema, and Auckland City of New Zealand in the first round sets the stage for an intense competition.
The unique format of the tournament, pitting the host country’s team against the OFC Champions League holders, adds an extra layer of excitement. The winner of this encounter faces CAF Champions League winner Al Ahly of Egypt in the second round, and Mexico’s Club Leon will take on AFC Champions League winners Urawa Reds of Japan. South America’s Fluminese and Europe’s Manchester City teams will join the competition from the semi-finals, competing against winners of the second round of matches.
The tournament winners earn the right to call themselves the best club in the world.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
