Kuwait Ultimate Soccer Academy competed with international teams during the 2017 MARE NOSTRUM CUP in Barcelona

Press release

Published May 15th, 2017 - 09:58 GMT

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Abdulmohsen Abdulaziz Al Babtain Co. (AABC), the authorized agent of Nissan is proud to be the official sponsor of Ultimate Soccer Academy in Kuwait, the team that participated in the ‘MARE NOSTRUM CUP’ Tournament, which took place in Barcelona from Mid-April 2017.

With more than 200 academies participating in the ‘Mare Nostrum Cup 2017 tournament, Nissan Al Babtain is proud of Ultimate Soccer Academy’s participation for the fourth consecutive year. Teams from around the globe teamed up to compete during this tournament, which included teams from Sweden, Switzerland, Estonia, Belgium, England, Ireland, Scotland, Japan, the United States and more. Ultimate Soccer Academy joined with two teams, 2007/2008 & 2005/2006

This is Nissan Al Babtain’s second consecutive year of sponsorship to support various activities and events the academy organizes year around, including field trips in Kuwait and abroad, as well as world-class soccer training programs under the supervision of highly reputed coaches.

The Ultimate Soccer Academy, known for its top-quality coaching, is one of the most reputable sports academies in Kuwait that provides football training for kids between 5-18 years of age.

Nissan Al Babtain is proud to support aspiring soccer-players by giving them the opportunity to grow their strengths, partake in competitive matches and instill a passion for sports and healthy living in a fun and engaging environment that exhibits team spirit.

Nissan Al Babtain’s latest sponsorships are part of the brands Corporate Social Responsibility strategy that emphasizes the importance of promoting sportsmanship among the younger generations.

Background Information

Nissan Middle East

Nissan’s heritage in the Middle East goes way back to 1957, when the first Nissan vehicle was sold in Saudi Arabia. Since then the Nissan Legacy has taken deep roots in the hearts of the Middle East people by becoming an integral part of their lives.

Currently Nissan is one of the most popular and successful automobile brands in the Middle East boasting of a strong line-up ranging from popular passenger cars to powerful 4x4 series and commercial vehicles.

In its quest to closely understand the local needs of its customers, Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. in June, 1994 set up a regional Middle East head quarters in Dubai, thus becoming the first Japanese car manufacturer to accomplish this feat. The Nissan Middle East FZE office houses a highly sophisticated training center which serves as an excellent training ground for undertaking Nissan customer care and service activities.