Doha: Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital in Doha, organized a workshop on Pitch Injury Management in collaboration with the organizing committee of the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025 and the FIFA Arab Cup 2025. The initiative forms part of Aspetar’s ongoing efforts to unify global medical standards for managing on-field injuries.

According to Qatar News Agency, more than 50 medical professionals from Aspetar and Hamad Medical Corporation took part in the event. The program included realistic on-field simulation exercises at the hospital’s adjacent football pitch, replicating real-life emergency scenarios that may occur during matches. These exercises trained medical teams to apply a coordinated and synchronized approach to injury management, ensuring the highest standards of speed, efficiency, and player safety.

Dr. Khalid Alkhelaifi, Chief Medical Officer of the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025 and FIFA Arab Cup 2025, stated: “This workshop represents an outstanding model in enhancing the readiness of medical teams to manage emergency injuries during matches.” He emphasized the success of the workshop in unifying medical procedures and training staff on the latest scientific and practical practices, highlighting the vital role played by the Medical Committee in ensuring players’ safety and strengthening on-field medical response.

He concluded: “In Qatar, we remain committed to continuing our support and training efforts to ensure the success of these tournaments and the advancement of sports in Qatar and around the world.” This workshop is part of a series of regular training sessions organized by Aspetar, particularly ahead of major tournaments, to ensure the readiness of its medical teams and strategic partners.

The local organizing committee of both the FIFA U-17 World Cup and the FIFA Arab Cup 2025 has appointed Aspetar as the official medical provider for the two tournaments.