Mashreqbank sponsors Soccerex Football Festival 2006

Scheduled to take place on the 26th of November 2006, the B2C Festival will see world legends from Manchester United, Liverpool and Asia playing a triangular 5 a side tournament to add color to the Soccerex event before serious business begins off the pitch. At the same time, this football event would also offer a platform to many talented young players from clubs, schools and academies to enjoy an unforgettable learning experience with the football stars and to follow their footsteps to success.

"Mashreqbank has always thought big - in terms of services, relationships, connections and expansion plans. We are honored to be the main sponsor for such a global event. Soccerex opens up new avenues for us to forge great international relationships. Football is hugely popular in the Arab world and Soccerex is where decisions about the business of football are made," said Atif Bajwa, Head of Retail Banking Group, Mashreqbank.

With 10 editions under its belt, Soccerex has established itself as the premiere forum for exhibitors and delegates' .This year regional sports clubs such as Al Ain Sports Club, Al Jazira, Al Shabab Club will also be represented.

Bajwa continued, "We, at Mashreqbank always look forward to being part of events that are unique in conception and have mass appeal. Our customers come from different backgrounds, thus the idea of being part of the Soccerex would certainly appeal to a wide selection of our clients".