Sports Minister Rafiu launches "Mihaaru" World Cup Guide

Sports Minister Abdulla Rafiu launched the 'Mihaaru World Cup Guide,' a book compiled by Mihaaru newspaper for the FIFA World Cup. The ceremony was held at Artificial Beach and attended by Maldivian linesman Mohamed Saeed, who served as an assistant referee in the 2002 World Cup. Rafiu praised the publication's history, noting that Haveeru newspaper had been compiling special editions since 1986. Ali Shaheem and other contributors were recognized. Editor Ahmed Hamdhoon acknowledged the marketing team's efforts during economic difficulties. Sports Editor Mohamed Hamdhoon emphasized that the guide was tailored to the Maldives. A free score chart was distributed. The 2026 World Cup will be hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, featuring 48 teams. The tournament starts next Thursday with the final on July 19.

Sports Minister Abdulla Rafiu launched the 'Mihaaru World Cup Guide,' a book compiled by Mihaaru newspaper for the FIFA World Cup. The ceremony was held at Artificial Beach and attended by Maldivian linesman Mohamed Saeed, who served as an assistant referee in the 2002 World Cup. Rafiu praised the publication's history, noting that Haveeru newspaper had been compiling special editions since 1986. Ali Shaheem and other contributors were recognized. Editor Ahmed Hamdhoon acknowledged the marketing team's efforts during economic difficulties. Sports Editor Mohamed Hamdhoon emphasized that the guide was tailored to the Maldives. A free score chart was distributed. The 2026 World Cup will be hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, featuring 48 teams. The tournament starts next Thursday with the final on July 19.

Sports Minister Abdulla Rafiu launched the 'Mihaaru World Cup Guide,' a book compiled by Mihaaru newspaper for the FIFA World Cup. The ceremony was held at Artificial Beach and attended by Maldivian linesman Mohamed Saeed, who served as an assistant referee in the 2002 World Cup. Rafiu praised the publication's history, noting that Haveeru newspaper had been compiling special editions since 1986. Ali Shaheem and other contributors were recognized. Editor Ahmed Hamdhoon acknowledged the marketing team's efforts during economic difficulties. Sports Editor Mohamed Hamdhoon emphasized that the guide was tailored to the Maldives. A free score chart was distributed. The 2026 World Cup will be hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, featuring 48 teams. The tournament starts next Thursday with the final on July 19.

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