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"Standard Chartered is now one of the largest issuers of credit cards in the UAE. We have made considerable progress over the year with the launch of niche credit card products and we are committed to 'Leading the Way' in providing our customers with value-added services to exceed customer expectations," said Owen Belman, Head of Consumer Banking, Standard Chartered UAE.
Winning benefits include special packages to watch the 2006 FIFA World CupTM matches in Germany, tickets courtesy of MasterCard International, exciting offers on adidas and Philips products at select outlets, an invitation to a soccer coaching camp in the UAE, entry into 'Predict and Win' competitions and much more. MasterCard is an official sponsor of the 2006 FIFA World CupTM.
"Football is the UAE's favourite sport and is closely followed by both nationals and expatriates and this makes a compelling offer for any football enthusiast,"
added Owen.
MasterCard Soccer Credit Card cardholders will also benefit from the traditional Standard Chartered incentives, including membership of the Standard Dollars Rewards program, discounts at Insportz, discounts on tickets purchased through MMI, Credit Shield, a coupon for free roadside assistance in the UAE, 30 per cent discount on Hertz rent-a-car and bill payment facilities available at Choithram, UAE Exchange and Wall Street Exchange.
Denzil Lawson, Senior Vice President and General Manager, MasterCard International, Middle East & North Africa said: "MasterCard is delighted to team up with Standard Chartered Bank for the launch of the MasterCard Soccer Credit Card. Standard Chartered has made considerable headway in the sports credit card category, and with Standard Chartered, MasterCard is proud to demonstrate its industry leadership once again, through this innovative card program. We are confident that Standard Chartered customers will appreciate the benefits available to them with this MasterCard credit card."
Posted by Anne-Birte Stensgaard, Senior News Editor
