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Saudi footballer Majid Abdullah stood out as regional star potential in 1982
The kingdom finished a modest fourth in Abu Dhabi. But the player who would earn the nickname “Arabian Jewel” was just getting started.
Gulf Cup of 1982 marked the beginning for UAE football
Ultimately, the UAE would not win the sixth edition, nor did they perform exceptionally. Yet it allowed Emirati fans to dream, and instilled a sense of pride in the side that previously did not exist.
Gulf Cup 1982 marked the rise of Emirati footballer Fahad Khamees
The UAE’s true standout had to be Al Wasl striker Fahad Khamees, 20. He scored the defining goal, from an Emirati perspective, of the competition.
Beach Soccer Intercontinental Cup finds its home again on Dubai beaches
Ali Khaled breaks down the Beach Soccer International Cup, which begins Tuesday and runs until Saturday at the Dubai International Marine Club.
With Omar Abdulrahman injured, it may be Ali Makbhout’s time to shine
As Omar Abdulrahman continues his recovery from injury, there is an opportunity for a new hero to emerge. And Al Jazira forward Ali Mabkhout is hitting top form at just the right time.
Sepp Blatter gets this one right: Away goals should be done away with
'Goals should carry equal weight, no matter where they are' writes Ali Khaled, arguing the away goals decider rule distorts, rather than fairly settles, two-legged ties in football.
Early shockers add some delight to Euro 2016 qualifiers
Sadly the upsets for Spain and Germany are likely to prove irrelevant in the grand scheme of the things, writes Ali Khaled. Because Uefa will insist that the big boys are always likely to fill up the qualifying places, no matter the route.
Vucinic’s goals have Al Jazira flying high again
International break comes just as Abu Dhabi side start hitting their stride in Arabian Gulf League, writes Ali Khaled
Adil Khalid eager to fly UAE colours with Azzam in Volvo Ocean Race
The 26-year-old Emirati is the living symbol, as well as a vital member, of an international racing team set to depart Saturday on the round-the-world Volvo Ocean Race.
Task at hand for Al Ain may be improbable but it is not impossible
If Al Ain are to qualify for the Asian Champions League final on Tuesday night it will be one of the best comebacks in the competition’s history.
School is in session for Mansour Al Helei at Yas Marina Circuit
Emirati cross-country driver, 22, taking steps towards F1 by expanding his circuit-racing ability at Yas Marina track.
Yousif Mirza eager to get back on his bike at Asian Games
Cyclist is confident of medal chances in the men's 140-kilometre road race, writes Ali Khaled
Al Ain do well to beat Al Wasl but bigger challenge lies ahead
Beating Al Wasl in their Arabian Gulf League opener proved quality, but they have much to do to overturn a 3-0 deficit against Al Hilal in the Asian Champions League semi-finals.
Emirati officials have high hopes for UAE athletes at Asian Games
UAE Athletics Federation president says "two, maybe even three medals are a possibility" at Asian Games
Dubai Open another step at introducing jiu-jitsu to UAE
The Dubai Jiu-Jitsu Open Championship this weekend is part of an effort to extend the popularity of the sport out of its Abu Dhabi base and into the rest of the country, organisers said on Tuesday.
