Emarat backs Shabab Al Ahli community sports programme
Announced on 8 October 2026, Emarat's sponsorship will fund community and sports activities linked to Shabab Al Ahli. The announcement gives no timetable or details of individual events.
UAE Football Clubs 23 stories
UAE Football Clubs is the club-focused branch of the football taxonomy, bringing together professional club profiles, squad context, club histories, home venues, academies, recruitment, coaching structures and supporter culture. Its purpose is to explain the institutions that compete in domestic football rather than only the fixtures they play.
Coverage can follow how clubs are organised, how players develop and move through teams, and how venues or rivalries shape identity. League-wide tables, national-team reporting and match-by-match results have separate homes, keeping this category centred on the clubs themselves.
Coverage can follow how clubs are organised, how players develop and move through teams, and how venues or rivalries shape identity. League-wide tables, national-team reporting and match-by-match results have separate homes, keeping this category centred on the clubs themselves.
United Fined AED 40,000 Over Cup Compliance Breaches
United's two compliance failures led to a total AED 40,000 fine during the President's Cup. Al Bataeh and Al Dhafra were fined AED 10,000 each; seven clubs received warnings.
Al Jazira appoint Jordi Roura to lead academy development
Al Jazira have reportedly appointed former Barcelona youth football director Jordi Roura to lead their academy. He is said to have started work on 1 October, but the available search results did not independently verify the appointment or details of his role.
Fujairah and Al Orooba Claim Final UAE President's Cup Last-16 Spots
Fujairah beat Dibba Al Hisn 6-5 on penalties after a 1-1 draw. Al Orooba won 2-0 away to Al Arabi to join 14 professional clubs in the UAE President's Cup Round of 16.
Al Dhafra sit 12th after five league matches
Al Dhafra have three points from five matches in the Adnoc Pro League. They are level with Hatta and sit just above bottom-placed Baniyas.
Darko Lazovic listed as Al Wahda's Serbian wide midfielder
Darko Lazovic is listed as Al Wahda's 36-year-old Serbian wide midfielder, wearing number 88. The club's five latest listed results include four wins and a 1-0 defeat by Al Jazira.
Shabab Al Ahli Sign Wout Faes After Chelsea Pursuit
Shabab Al Ahli have signed Belgian defender Wout Faes from Leicester City. The 28-year-old has played in Belgium, France and England, and Chelsea once tried to recruit him with help from David Luiz.
Al Ahly bring seven academy players into first-team training
Seven youth players have joined Al Ahly's first-team sessions during the international break, with senior players away on national-team duty. The club has also scheduled friendlies to prepare for the season's next phase.
Khor Fakkan look to Bolivian pair after slow start
Khor Fakkan have taken Bolivian midfielder Ramiro Vaca on loan from Wydad through May 2027, with an option to buy. He is expected to join compatriot Luis Haquin as the club looks to improve its league form.
Zayed Al Hammadi may need surgery after Al Wahda injury
Al Wahda goalkeeper Zayed Al Hammadi is having medical checks after an injury in the Abu Dhabi derby. Initial reports say surgery may be needed, with recovery expected to keep him out for more than two and a half months.
Patrice Carteron takes charge at Al Dhafra to halt Adnoc Pro League slump
Al Dhafra have hired French manager Patrice Carteron after a run of defeats under Alen Horvat. The club hopes Carteron's experience in the region will help them climb out of the bottom of the Adnoc Pro League.
Mahmoud Dahoud joins Dubai United after Andrea Pirlo intervention
Mahmoud Dahoud has made a surprise move to Dubai United on a free transfer, ending his European career to join Andrea Pirlo's project in the UAE Pro League. The deal signals Dubai United's ambition and Pirlo's direct influence in reshaping the squad.
Shabab Al Ahli sign Brazilian forward Bezerra from Zamalek
Shabab Al Ahli have completed the signing of Brazilian striker Juan Alvina Bezerra from Zamalek, adding a versatile attacker as they look to strengthen their squad for domestic and continental competitions.
Renato Junior sparks Al Wasl's attack in Adnoc Pro League push
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.
Rashid Essa adds experience to Al Hamriyah's promotion hopes
Al Hamriyah have signed 36-year-old Rashid Essa, the former UAE international, on a deal running through the 2026-2027 season. His arrival brings valuable experience as the club aims for its first-ever promotion to the UAE Pro League.
Dr Nasser Al Tamimi joins Dubai United board to strengthen club leadership
Dubai United has appointed Dr Nasser Al Tamimi to its board, aiming to leverage his extensive experience in sports administration as the club navigates its debut season in the Adnoc Pro League and seeks to build a lasting presence in UAE football.
Luka Milivojevic back in Al Nasr squad for Adnoc Pro League
Al Nasr have brought Luka Milivojevic back into their domestic squad for the current season, following a request from head coach Milos Milojevic. The Serbian midfielder takes the place of Marius Høibråten, who will now play only in Gulf Champions League matches.
Cameron Boertas Out for Several Weeks After Knee Injury in Al Wasl Debut
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.
Zlatko Dalic receives special honour during Khor Fakkan club visit
Zlatko Dalic, newly appointed UAE national football coach, was welcomed at Khor Fakkan Club by fellow Croatian Krseimir Rezic. The visit included a tour of club facilities and a commemorative shield, highlighting Dalic's deepening ties with UAE football ahead of key competitions.
Hassan Al Abdouli takes charge at Baniyas after disastrous league start
Baniyas Club has appointed national coach Hassan Al Abdouli to lead the first team following four consecutive defeats in the UAE Pro League. The club aims to halt its slide and regain stability as Al Abdouli prepares for his debut against Khorfakkan.
Kareem Berkaoui Returns to Lead Al Dhafra Attack in Pro League
Al Dhafra has removed Rejinaldo Lushkja from its first-team roster and reinstated Moroccan striker Kareem Berkaoui, who scored 11 goals in 18 matches last season, in a move to strengthen the club's attack for the current campaign.
Al Nasr coach Milos Milojevic stays on after Ajman defeat ahead of Al Jazira clash
Al Nasr face a critical test against league leaders Al Jazira after a shock 2-1 loss to Ajman. Despite fan anger and swirling resignation rumours, Milos Milojevic remains in charge as the club seeks to recover momentum in the UAE Pro League.
Sharjah FC and Goalkeeper Darwish Mohammed Part Ways by Mutual Consent
Sharjah FC has officially terminated its contract with first-team goalkeeper Darwish Mohammed by mutual agreement, ending his tenure with the club. The decision marks a significant change in the club's goalkeeping department and opens the door for Mohammed's next career move.