The 2006 Asian Games opening ceremony was held on 1 December at the multi-purpose Khalifa International Stadium. The opening ceremony was described by the media to be one of the most breathtaking and
Performers at the opening ceremony
Delegates from Host Qatar enters the stadium.
Majida El Roumi performing "Light The Way" with José Carreras during the opening ceremony
Fireworks display at the opening ceremony outside the stadium
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Aspire Academy is a sports academy based in the Aspire Zone in Qatar, founded in 2004 with the goal to scout and help develop Qatari athletes, whilst also providing them with secondary school educatio
Aspire Academy graduates in 2012
Aerial view of the Aspire Dome and the academy's football pitches