Kuwait Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad officially opened the multi-purpose Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium on Friday.

The event was attended by Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Jaber Al-Sabah, National Assembly Speaker Marzouq Al-Ghanim, alongside several local officials and notable figures.

The huge event at the 60,000-seat stadium is being marked by the Champions Cup, a match between a star-studded side of ex-internationals, led by renowned Italian coach Fabio Capello, and a Kuwait all-stars side, led by national coach Mohammad Ibrahim.

Sources: MENA