Carefully planned yet effortlessly organic, Siyam World Maldives created two unforgettable festive-season football experiences as Fernando Torres and Mark Noble transformed the island into a space of play, presence and shared discovery. With phones set aside and screens forgotten, more than fifty young guests immersed themselves in moments of movement, laughter and genuine connection.
Over two sun-drenched days, former World Cup champion Fernando Torres hosted an exclusive kids’ football camp for resort guests aged four to fourteen. What began as mornings in the lagoon naturally flowed onto the football pitch, where holidays evolved into relaxed, joyful sessions free of pressure and formality. Known fondly as El Niño, Torres played alongside the children, offering encouragement and gentle guidance while keeping the focus firmly on fun. One moment captured the spirit perfectly when a four-year-old attempted to nutmeg him, prompting laughter that set the tone for the entire camp.
“The kids don’t really care who you are,” Torres shared. “They just want to play. That’s when it feels right.” Parents looked on as simple kickabouts turned into memories they hadn’t expected to take home.
Earlier in December, Siyam World welcomed Mark Noble, the long-serving West Ham United legend affectionately known as Mr West Ham. Over five days, Noble led a football programme that felt less like a structured camp and more like a shared island experience. Swapping boardrooms for cones and casual coaching, he brought warmth, humility and leadership to every session, connecting effortlessly with each child. By the end, the experience lived on not as a schedule, but as moments families would revisit through stories, photos and shared smiles.
Together, the camps highlight Siyam World Maldives’ growing focus on immersive, sport-led experiences—where world-class names meet island energy, and where families connect through moments that feel natural, joyful and delightfully unexpected.
