Sharjah born striker Ahmed Kahlil has dedicated his AFC Asian Player of the Year Award to ‘the people of the Emirates’. Khalil is the first Emirati to win the award, making him the continent’s finest footballer. He scored ten goals in the UAE’s 2018 World Cup qualifying campaign and helped his club Al Ahli to reach the AFC Champions League final.
UAE, Iraq set for crucial World Cup qualifier
The UAE and Iraq face off in Basra on Tuesday in the second leg of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoff.
US will make it easier for World Cup fans to get visa appointments
The United States will expedite visas for foreign visitors with tickets to FIFA World Cup matches taking place next year in 11 US cities, President Donald Trump said on Monday.
Germany, Netherlands qualify for 2026 World Cup
Four-time World Cup champion Germany finally secured their place in the 2026 edition with a 6-0 rout over Slovakia on Monday.
Dubai Basketball secures win over Žalgiris in Euroleague Round 11
Dubai Basketball closed the EuroLeague double-week in impressive fashion, posting a 95:89 victory over Lithuanian side, Žalgiris Kaunas in Round 11 and completing a flawless trio of back-to-back home games.
3 India-born pitchers power Mumbai to series victory over Karachi
The Mumbai Cobras beat Karachi Monarchs 9-2 to secure the first regular season series in Baseball United’s history.
