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The players stretch as they prepare to face the hosts of the Gulf Cup. A win will see the UAE progress to the next round. Courtesy of the UAE FA
The players stretch as they prepare to face the hosts of the Gulf Cup. A win will see the UAE progress to the next round. Courtesy of the UAE FA
Gulf Cup: What a difference a win makes
Is this resurgence of the UAE team another false dawn, or are we set to witness something very special.