Alkass English
DOHA, Qatar – November 15, 2026: The Qatar Stars League (QSL) has been elected to the Supervisory Board of the World Leagues Association (WLA), marking a significant milestone for Qatari professional football and strengthening its representation on the international football stage.
The election took place during the WLA’s annual meeting, held in Prague, Czech Republic, on November 12 and 13, 2026, with representatives from several of the world’s leading professional football leagues in attendance.
The Supervisory Board comprises 14 league organizations from across the globe. QSL will join the professional leagues of Saudi Arabia and Japan as part of the Asian representation, further strengthening the region’s voice in discussions concerning the future of professional football.
QSL’s appointment is expected to create new opportunities for international cooperation, knowledge exchange and engagement with professional leagues worldwide. Through its membership, the organization will contribute to discussions on key strategic issues affecting professional leagues, share its experience in developing and managing its competitions, and benefit from the expertise and best practices of fellow members.
Commenting on the achievement, QSL CEO Mr. Hani Taleb Ballan said:
“The election of QSL to the World Leagues Association’s Supervisory Board is a significant achievement, underscoring the stature that professional football in Qatar has attained. We take great pride in this milestone, which offers us the opportunity to engage in discussions on strategic direction of professional leagues, contribute to the development of football ecosystem, and foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing with the world’s leading leagues.
“Furthermore, this achievement serves as an impetus to continue operating in accordance with the highest international standards and best practices, building upon our existing successes to further our aspirations for continued progress.”
The appointment represents an important step in QSL’s ongoing efforts to expand its international presence and strengthen its role in shaping the future of professional football.
It also reflects Qatar’s growing engagement with the global football community, providing the league with a stronger platform to exchange expertise, build strategic partnerships and contribute to the continued development of the professional game worldwide.