Football fandom is increasingly being shaped by conversation, community and real-time participation, according to new research released today by Snapchat. The findings reveal that for young fans across Saudi Arabia and the UAE, the match is no longer the entire experience, with messaging, group
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As football excitement captures the attention of millions of fans worldwide this summer, watching the game has evolved beyond the stadium into a complete lifestyle experience. Across the UAE, fans are gathering with friends and families for match-night celebrations, inter-Emirate road trips, beachside screenings, and outdoor viewing experiences — creating a growing demand
The 2026 World Cup arrives with a record eight Arab nations on the team sheet. Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Algeria and Iraq. That is double the previous record set in 2018 and the strongest Arab representation the tournament has ever seen. Jordan qualifies for the first time, while Iraq returns after 40 […]
As football fever sweeps across the Middle East and Africa, LG Electronics has officially launched a dynamic, 3-month campaign designed to transform living rooms into thrilling, stadium-like environments. Running until the end of July, the initiative brings fans closer to the action than ever before, combining the smart, seamless streaming capabilities of LG webOS with
Seventeen-year-old UAE student Nirmay Teckchandani, who participates in the Forward Thinking Mentoring Programme, has launched Kick Connect, an innovative football-focused mobile application designed to help aspiring young players showcase their skills and connect directly with coaches and scouts worldwide. Inspired by his own experience as an athlete and seeing how
RRS International Development has announced their collaboration with the football legend Paolo Maldini, a move that reflects his confidence in the project’s vision, the NH Collection brand, and the leadership behind RRS International Development. The approximately USD 100 million mixed-use development, comprising 121 hotel keys and 36 branded residences, is
McDonald’s Junior Sports Academy kicks off with a new season: Football and Cricket sign-ups now open
It’s game time! The McDonald’s Junior Sports Academy is back, and registrations are now open for football and cricket sessions kicking off at the end of January. Running for eight weeks, the action-packed program invites children aged 8-12 to get moving, try new sports, make friends, and build confidence in a feel-good environment. More than […]
The record-breaking Manchester City Abu Dhabi Cup wrapped up a thrilling seventh edition as more than 3,500 young boys and girls from across the region and internationally showcased their talent over three days at Zayed Sports City. The region’s biggest annual youth football tournament welcomed more than 244 teams from 18 countries, including professional clubs, Al Jazira,
Boehringer Ingelheim, one of the world’s leading research-driven biopharmaceutical companies, hosted its CRM United awareness event on a football pitch at RAD Sports – Dubai Studio City. The venue became the stage for an inspiring afternoon dedicated to raising awareness about the interconnectivity between cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic (CRM) diseases and the
Jumeirah Beach Hotel announces the return of its renowned Football Escapes programme, offering young guests a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to train with football legends. This October, the hotel will host exclusive football camps with legends of the game Wayne Rooney, Michael Owen, and Michael Dawson, promising an unforgettable experience for every young football fan.
In run-up to 2026 FIFA World Cup The Argentine Football Association has signed a regional fintech partnership deal with UAE-based LuLu Financial Holdings, naming the group’s payment and remittance brands—LuLu Exchange and LuLu Money—as its official fintech partners in 10 countries spanning the Middle East and Asia-Pacific for the next 12 months. The agreement was […]
Precision Football, the high-performance platform backed by Agon Capital and founded by former professional footballer and UEFA-qualified coach Sonny Cobbs, is celebrating three years of operations. This milestone coincides with a strategic new partnership with the UAE Ministry of Sports, cementing its role as a key player in the country’s long-term sports infrastructure
City Football Schools and Al Jazira Club Academy today announced a landmark collaboration that will see talented players in the UAE developed and helped on a professional pathway from the age of six years old. From the start of next season, City Football Schools will deliver the coaching for the Al Jazira Club Academy foundation […]
The 2024/25 UEFA Champions League season reached its spectacular conclusion today at Munich Football Arena. As the Official Smartphone Product Partner of the prestigious competition for the third consecutive year, OPPO celebrated the event with a series of football-related CSR programs and cultural activations around the final as well as reaffirming its commitment to
The UAE School Games 2025 finale officially commenced today, attracting widespread participation from 2,686 students representing 875 schools. Held from May 20 to 24, this national-level event features 12 key sports categories, including football, swimming, athletics, judo, taekwondo, jiu-jitsu, archery, fencing, badminton, laser shooting, table tennis, and chess. The
The World Oil and Gas Cup 2025 kicked off this morning at the “ASK Arena” stadium in the Azerbaijani capital, Baku, with the participation of 12 elite 7-a-side football teams representing major oil companies from three continents: Asia, Africa, and Europe. The tournament is being held from May 9 to 12. The opening ceremony was […]
Mastercard is bringing Africa closer to the UEFA Champions League like never before with the launch of its 2025 Africa football campaign, running from February to May 2025. As a proud and long-standing sponsor of the UEFA Champions League, Mastercard is delivering a powerful campaign that connects millions of fans to the thrill of world-class […]
The Manchester City Abu Dhabi Cup will return in 2026 with an exciting expansion to a three-day tournament, following a record-breaking 2025 edition. In February this year, 180 teams from 31 countries participated in the region’s tournament of choice, held at Zayed Sports City. The tournament has become a must for global teams and with […]
More than 300 young football players and fans participated in a Girls’ Open Day organized by City Football Schools. They had the opportunity to play in competitive matches, take part in inclusive training sessions for all abilities, and watch the Manchester City Women’s First Team train. The day, held at 321 Sports on Al Hudayriyat […]
CHRISTMAS FOOTBALL FRENZY AS WORLD’S BIGGEST STARS GET SET FOR DUBAI INTERNATIONAL SPORTS CONFERENCE
The 19th edition of the Dubai International Sports Conference, organised by Dubai Sports Council, who are also supporting the annual Beyond Globe Soccer Dubai Awards, will see a flurry of current and former football stars descend on Atlantis, The Palm on Friday evening. A night of glitz and glamour will see more than 1000 guests […]





























