Nasser Al-Khelaïfi, President of Paris Saint-Germain, highlighted the profound emotional connection between football clubs and their supporters, describing shared happiness as the greatest achievement in the sport, during his address at the World Sports Summit in Dubai.
Reflecting on memorable moments in football history, Al-Khelaïfi spoke about witnessing the joy of supporters celebrating together, recalling scenes from the Champs-Élysées that left a lasting impression on him.
“I never forgot what he told me, and I never forgot what I saw on the Champs-Élysées,” Al-Khelaïfi said. “People from every background — climbing trees, celebrating together — it was an amazing, unforgettable feeling.”
Football’s True Impact Beyond Trophies
Al-Khelaïfi stressed that while titles and trophies matter, the deeper value of football lies in its ability to bring happiness and unity to communities.
“The happiness that the team — honestly, the players, the coach, the club — give to those people, this is the best award that we can have,” he said.
He noted that moments of collective celebration demonstrate football’s unique power to transcend differences and create shared identity and pride among supporters.
A Message of Unity at the World Sports Summit
Speaking at the World Sports Summit, held under the theme “Uniting the World Through Sport,” Al-Khelaïfi’s remarks aligned with broader discussions on fan engagement, community building, and the social responsibility of modern football clubs.
His comments reinforced the idea that football’s success should not be measured solely by silverware, but by the lasting emotional impact it has on supporters and the communities they represent.
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- Remarks by Nasser Al-Khelaïfi, President of Paris Saint-Germain
World Sports Summit, Dubai
