Under the esteemed patronage of the University President, Professor Dr. Ahmed Mohammed Hassan Al-Ghabban, and in the presence of the esteemed Administrative Assistant to the University President, Professor Dr. Farhad Mohammed Osman, the football season for the academic year 2024-2025 at the University of Technology was officially opened at a ceremony held at University Stadium. The ceremony featured a spectacular showcase of teams from various scientific and engineering departments participating in the tournament. Each team presented a distinctive athletic display, reflecting their readiness for the competition. The event also included the recitation of the sports oath, signifying the students' commitment to the spirit of fair play.

In a noble gesture, a segment was dedicated to honoring the memory of the martyrs and the spirit of the student champion, Ibrahim Mohammed, one of the university's heroes in tennis and badminton. A bouquet was presented to the University President in recognition of the achievements of the university's champions in Iraqi university chess and swimming tournaments.

Following the ceremony, the first match of the tournament commenced between the teams of the Petroleum and Gas Engineering Department and the Electromechanical Engineering Department. The match witnessed fierce competition between the two teams, culminating in a narrow victory for the Petroleum and Gas Engineering team with a single goal.

The primary objective of this football season is to foster a spirit of healthy competition among students, encourage them to engage in sports and enhance their physical and mental abilities. Additionally, it aims to strengthen the sense of belonging to the university and unify the student body.