Al Wasl puts Noor Dubai on its AFC shirt
Al Wasl will carry the Noor Dubai Foundation logo during its 2026/27 AFC Champions League Elite campaign. The foundation says it has helped more than 33 million people worldwide.
Al Wasl will carry the Noor Dubai Foundation logo during its 2026/27 AFC Champions League Elite campaign. The foundation says it has helped more than 33 million people worldwide.
Shabab Al Ahli have a chance to climb into second place when they host Group One leaders Al Wasl on Tuesday. Al Wasl will stay top even if they lose.
Al Nasr completed the first leg with six points, and Al Wasl lead Group One with four. Both clubs sit at the top of their groups in the 2026-27 season.
The UAE Pro League has set dates for rounds seven to 13. The first half ends on 29 and 30 December, before the league pauses for the Asian Cup.
Renato Junior has quickly become a key player for Al Wasl in the Adnoc Pro League, scoring three goals in five matches and saying the team is ready to compete for every trophy this season.
Cameron Boertas will miss several weeks after spraining his left knee ligaments during his first match for Al Wasl. The club will wear their yellow kit for the upcoming AFC Champions League Elite match against Al Qadsiah in Dammam.
The UAE Basketball Federation has postponed the Men's Open Championship to 17 September, citing club participation in international events. The tournament will now feature seven teams split into two groups, with a revised knockout format and possible further calendar changes.
After just four rounds of the Adnoc Pro League, the goal tally has already hit 100, with Wasl emerging as the most potent attack and Dhafra languishing at the bottom for scoring. United's debut season has delivered a surprise attacking punch, while Jazira's defence stands out as the league's toughest.
The fourth round of the UAE Pro League brought a string of dramatic matches, with Sharjah edging United in a seven-goal contest and Al Wasl overpowering Khorfakkan. Al Ain, Al Wahda, and Shabab Al Ahli also picked up important wins, shaking up the early standings.
With more entry slots in the AFC Champions League Elite and Two, UAE clubs including Al Ain, Shabab Al Ahli, Al Wasl, Al Jazira, and Al Wahda are set for a campaign that could restore the nation's standing in Asian football.
AI models give Al Wasl a strong chance to win against Khor Fakkan in the UAE Pro League, citing their attacking strength and home advantage. The match at Zabeel Stadium is a key test for Al Wasl after their recent derby loss.
The opening three rounds of the 2026-2027 UAE Pro League have drawn 5,775 more fans than last season, as clubs roll out new strategies, logistical upgrades, and high-stakes incentives that are changing what it means to attend football in the Emirates.
The UAE Football Association's Disciplinary Committee has imposed AED 10,000 fines on both Shabab Al Ahli and Al Wasl after fan incidents during their Dubai derby, including smoke flares, unauthorised banners, and objects thrown at officials. The crackdown signals a tougher stance on crowd behaviour.
Shabab Al Ahli reached a milestone 300th goal in Dubai derbies, asserting dominance over rivals as substitutes contributed 18 of 75 goals in the opening three rounds. The UAE Pro League's fourth round kicks off with high stakes and shifting power dynamics.