Infinity tickets for Coldplay's four shows in Abu Dhabi will be released on Friday at noon.
The British band will be performing at the 44,600-capacity venue Zayed Sports Stadium on January 9, 11, 12 and 14. They will be the only Middle Eastern shows of their Music of the Spheres World Tour. Their last UAE concert was at Expo 2020 Dubai. Here's what to know about the coming concerts.
How much are Infinity tickets?
Prices for infinity tickets are $20 for their UAE shows, or Dhs74. Since the band launched the programme, infinity tickets are always a variation of 20, alternating between $20, €20, and £20 depending on the location, and are always sold two at a time.
Where can I buy Infinity tickets?
The discounted tickets are only available on the band's Infinity ticket website, infinity.coldplay.com.
Can I choose the seating location of my Infinity tickets?
The seating location for Infinity tickets is chosen at random, and could be located in any section across the venue, regardless of their original price. Ticket buyers will not know where their tickets are located until they pick up the tickets at the box office on the day of the concert.
Why do Coldplay release Infinity tickets?
The British band started their Infinity tickets programme several years ago, in an effort to make their concerts more accessible, particularly for fans who can't afford high prices for top seats.
Tickets for Coldplay concerts have become increasingly difficult to obtain for fans, particularly on their current tour. The Music of the Spheres World Tour has sold 10 million tickets globally since it began in March 2022.
How many tickets have been sold to Coldplay in the UAE?
Official ticket sale numbers have not yet been released for Coldplay's Abu Dhabi shows. But the band's Abu Dhabi stadium concerts are expected to be one of the biggest music events in the UAE's history, with up to 180,000 fans attending over the four-day period at the 45,000-capacity venue.
Will more Coldplay Abu Dhabi tickets be officially released?
Organisers have said that no additional tickets will be released for the series of shows, so this is the final opportunity to get passes to the concerts.
How much were general sale tickets?
Prices started at Dh195 for standard seating, with general admission standing and restricted view tickets available for Dh395.
Additional categories were priced at Dh295 for the bronze section, Dh495 for silver, Dh595 for gold, Dh695 for ruby and Dh995 for the premium section. Deluxe tickets were also available for Dh1,495, which promised a more “exclusive” experience, according to organisers Live Nation.
What do the deluxe packages include?
The enhanced packages include early access to the venue to give prime positioning before doors open to the general public, special behind-the-scenes tours and exclusive merchandise.
What is the seating map?
Categories are broken down in the seating map below.
What is Zayed Sports Stadium capacity?
Abu Dhabi's Zayed Sports Stadium has a listed capacity of 44,600, though the Coldplay concert organisers have yet to confirm the total capacity for each of the band's shows.
Were there limitations on general sale tickets?
Coldplay set a limit of four tickets per person and per credit card, which, according to Live Nation, was to ensure a fair opportunity to “witness history in the making” for all of the band's fans. In addition, if multiple orders were made with the same name, email address, billing address or card, orders could be cancelled.
Those under the age of five will not be allowed into the show, and no one under 14 will be allowed into the standing area on the stadium's pitch. All guests under the age of 16 must attend with someone aged 21 or older.
Tickets will be mobile-only and only accessible 72 hours before the show via the Ticketmaster app. No tickets will be released via email or print, and the venue will not be accessible with printed tickets.
Can you get Coldplay tickets via resellers?
According to Ticketmaster, tickets will be invalid if bought through reseller sites including Stubhub, Dubizzle, GrintaHub and Stubhub.
Dubizzle has said that selling Coldplay tickets is banned on their service. “Dubizzle does not permit the sale of Coldplay tickets on our platform. Any ad attempting to sell such tickets will be immediately rejected. We are committed to maintaining a fair and transparent marketplace for all users,” the company said in a statement to The National.
Could I get scammed if I buy second-hand tickets?
It is not recommended to buy second-hand tickets for Coldplay, according to the organisers. Because tickets are linked to personal Ticketmaster accounts and are only available 72 hours before the show via the app, and as there is no access to the venue through email or printed tickets, tickets on the second-hand market cannot be verified. Those who are not able to secure tickets during the initial sale should avoid going to third parties.
Who is opening the shows?
Palestinian-Chilean artist Elyanna will be the support act on the nights, her only opening performances currently scheduled on the band's tour. The performer described the planned January concerts as “a dream”.
The singer, 22, has been a frequent collaborator of the group this year, joining the band on stage at their Glastonbury set to 100,000 fans, singing the 2019 song Arabesque. She recently released the Arabic edition of the band's new song We Pray and performed with Coldplay in Las Vegas.
Are Coldplay still focused on sustainability?
Reducing their environmental impact has been a major focus of the tour, which has led them to perform in front of more than nine million people in 30 countries.
The band has ensured that everything from stage construction materials to lighting to minimal private flights is done with the smallest carbon footprint possible, with annual reports made available to track their efforts.
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Houthis: Iran-backed rebels who occupy Sanaa and run unrecognised government
Yemeni government: Exiled government in Aden led by eight-member Presidential Leadership Council
Southern Transitional Council: Faction in Yemeni government that seeks autonomy for the south
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One in nine do not have enough to eat
Created in 1961, the World Food Programme is pledged to fight hunger worldwide as well as providing emergency food assistance in a crisis.
One of the organisation’s goals is the Zero Hunger Pledge, adopted by the international community in 2015 as one of the 17 Sustainable Goals for Sustainable Development, to end world hunger by 2030.
The WFP, a branch of the United Nations, is funded by voluntary donations from governments, businesses and private donations.
Almost two thirds of its operations currently take place in conflict zones, where it is calculated that people are more than three times likely to suffer from malnutrition than in peaceful countries.
It is currently estimated that one in nine people globally do not have enough to eat.
On any one day, the WFP estimates that it has 5,000 lorries, 20 ships and 70 aircraft on the move.
Outside emergencies, the WFP provides school meals to up to 25 million children in 63 countries, while working with communities to improve nutrition. Where possible, it buys supplies from developing countries to cut down transport cost and boost local economies.
Frankenstein in Baghdad
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Results
1. New Zealand Daniel Meech – Fine (name of horse), Richard Gardner – Calisto, Bruce Goodin - Backatorps Danny V, Samantha McIntosh – Check In. Team total First round: 200.22; Second round: 201.75 – Penalties 12 (jump-off 40.16 seconds) Prize €64,000
2. Ireland Cameron Hanley – Aiyetoro, David Simpson – Keoki, Paul Kennedy – Cartown Danger Mouse, Shane Breen – Laith. Team total 200.25/202.84 – P 12 (jump-off 51.79 – P17) Prize €40,000
3. Italy Luca Maria Moneta – Connery, Luca Coata – Crandessa, Simone Coata – Dardonge, Natale Chiaudani – Almero. Team total 130.82/198.-4 – P20. Prize €32,000
Hotel Silence
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Winners
Ballon d’Or (Men’s)
Ousmane Dembélé (Paris Saint-Germain / France)
Ballon d’Or Féminin (Women’s)
Aitana Bonmatí (Barcelona / Spain)
Kopa Trophy (Best player under 21 – Men’s)
Lamine Yamal (Barcelona / Spain)
Best Young Women’s Player
Vicky López (Barcelona / Spain)
Yashin Trophy (Best Goalkeeper – Men’s)
Gianluigi Donnarumma (Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City / Italy)
Best Women’s Goalkeeper
Hannah Hampton (England / Aston Villa and Chelsea)
Men’s Coach of the Year
Luis Enrique (Paris Saint-Germain)
Women’s Coach of the Year
Sarina Wiegman (England)
The specs
Engine: 2.2-litre, turbodiesel
Transmission: 6-speed auto
Power: 160hp
Torque: 385Nm
Price: Dh116,900
On sale: now
Essentials
The flights
Etihad (etihad.ae) and flydubai (flydubai.com) fly direct to Baku three times a week from Dh1,250 return, including taxes.
The stay
A seven-night “Fundamental Detox” programme at the Chenot Palace (chenotpalace.com/en) costs from €3,000 (Dh13,197) per person, including taxes, accommodation, 3 medical consultations, 2 nutritional consultations, a detox diet, a body composition analysis, a bio-energetic check-up, four Chenot bio-energetic treatments, six Chenot energetic massages, six hydro-aromatherapy treatments, six phyto-mud treatments, six hydro-jet treatments and access to the gym, indoor pool, sauna and steam room. Additional tests and treatments cost extra.
The Bio
Favourite place in UAE: Al Rams pearling village
What one book should everyone read: Any book written before electricity was invented. When a writer willingly worked under candlelight, you know he/she had a real passion for their craft
Your favourite type of pearl: All of them. No pearl looks the same and each carries its own unique characteristics, like humans
Best time to swim in the sea: When there is enough light to see beneath the surface
Netherlands v UAE, Twenty20 International series
Saturday, August 3 - First T20i, Amstelveen
Monday, August 5 – Second T20i, Amstelveen
Tuesday, August 6 – Third T20i, Voorburg
Thursday, August 8 – Fourth T20i, Vooryburg
Skoda Superb Specs
Engine: 2-litre TSI petrol
Power: 190hp
Torque: 320Nm
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The Cairo Statement
1: Commit to countering all types of terrorism and extremism in all their manifestations
2: Denounce violence and the rhetoric of hatred
3: Adhere to the full compliance with the Riyadh accord of 2014 and the subsequent meeting and executive procedures approved in 2014 by the GCC
4: Comply with all recommendations of the Summit between the US and Muslim countries held in May 2017 in Saudi Arabia.
5: Refrain from interfering in the internal affairs of countries and of supporting rogue entities.
6: Carry out the responsibility of all the countries with the international community to counter all manifestations of extremism and terrorism that threaten international peace and security
UAE gold medallists:
Omar Al Suweidi (46kg), Khaled Al Shehhi (50kg), Khalifa Humaid Al Kaabi (60kg), Omar Al Fadhli (62kg), Mohammed Ali Al Suweidi (66kg), Omar Ahmed Al Hosani (73), all in the U18’s, and Khalid Eskandar Al Blooshi (56kg) in the U21s.
Super Saturday race card
4pm: Mahab Al Shimaal Group 3 | US$350,000 | (Dirt) | 1,200m
4.35pm: Al Bastakiya Listed | $300,000 | (D) | 1,900m
5.10pm: Nad Al Sheba Turf Group 3 | $350,000 | (Turf) | 1,200m
5.45pm: Burj Nahaar Group 3 | $350,000 | (D) | 1,600m
6.20pm: Dubai City of Gold Group 2 | $300,000 | (T) | 2,410m
6.55pm: Al Maktoum Challenge Round 3 Group 1 | $600,000 | (D) | 2,000m
7.30pm: Jebel Hatta Group 1 | $400,000 | (T) | 1,800m
The specs
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Emirates exiles
Will Wilson is not the first player to have attained high-class representative honours after first learning to play rugby on the playing fields of UAE.
Jonny Macdonald
Abu Dhabi-born and raised, the current Jebel Ali Dragons assistant coach was selected to play for Scotland at the Hong Kong Sevens in 2011.
Jordan Onojaife
Having started rugby by chance when the Jumeirah College team were short of players, he later won the World Under 20 Championship with England.
Devante Onojaife
Followed older brother Jordan into England age-group rugby, as well as the pro game at Northampton Saints, but recently switched allegiance to Scotland.
