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Abdullah Misfir is back and UAE need just a draw against winless Vietnam to advance at AFC U23 Championships
Before Sunday’s match against Jordan, coach Misfir was taken to hospital suffering from high blood pressure, but was later discharged with a clean bill of health. He will be in the dug-out for the UAE on Wednesday, reports Ali Khaled.
UAE U23s focus efforts on Jordan in next obstacle on Olympic path
Ali Khaled previews UAE's Sunday night fixture against Jordan at the 2016 AFC U23 Championship in Doha where Olympic qualification is at stake.
UAE grind out 0-0 draw with Jordan to remain in pole position in Doha
Ali Khaled reports on the UAE U23s doing enough to earn a point and remain on track to top their group at the AFC U23 Championship in Doha on Sunday night.
Dubai Barracudas stake claim to EAFL supremacy after thrashing Abu Dhabi Wildcats
Ali Khaled reports on a lopsided day in the Emirates American Football League, where Dubai Barracudas smashed Abu Dhabi 40-0 and Dubai Stallions beat Al Ain Desert Foxes 44-0.
UAE beat Australia 1-0 for winning start at 2016 AFC U23 Championships in Qatar
A Giancarlo Gallifuoco own goal sees Abdullah Misfir's side begin their tournament in Doha with three points.
‘Australia will be wary of us’ says Khalfan Mubarak as UAE set for AFC U23 Championships in Doha
UAE Under 23s coach Abdullah Misfir believes the AFC U23 Championships is wide open, as his side prepares for their first Group D match against Australia in Doha on Thursday night, writes Ali Khaled.
#CycleToWorkUAE: How Cycle Safe Dubai grew from a campaign to an industry
Eight years ago, when three Dubai expats established a group to promote safe cycling, they could not have imagined it would kick-start a community of riders and a healthy – if still fledgling – industry for the sport. Ali Khaled has more.
#CycleToWorkUAE: Upcoming Dubai Tour a product of cycling’s popularity in the UAE
Organisers are hoping that bringing high profile events, including the Abu Dhabi Tour, will have the positive ripple effect of spreading a sport already on the rise. Ali Khaled reports.
Al Jazira’s Kenwyne Jones can thrive with right attitude after Cardiff exit
For Trinidad and Tobago forward, playing for Al Jazira will offer chance for him to stamp mark on league, while Abu Dhabi side look for goalscoring options in absence of injured Mirko Vucinic, writes Ali Khaled.
Abdullah Misfir’s UAE U23 side beaten in final friendly against South Korea in Dubai
The home team go down 2-0 in front of Football Association chief Yousef Al Serkal ahead of AFC U23 Championships in Qatar next week.
Al Ahli look to kick on and close gap on Al Ain with victory at Al Wasl
A win against Dubai rivals Al Wasl on Monday will see Cosmin Olaroiu's side close the gap on leaders Al Ain to a point, setting up one of the closest title fights in recent years.
UAE U23s defeat China in warm-up match ahead of Asian Championships
The UAE continued their good form ahead of the AFC U23 Championships with a 2-0 win over China in a friendly match at Dubai Officer’s Club on New Year's day.
Passionate Andrea Pirlo open to playing in Euro 2016
New York City’s Andrea Pirlo has spoken of his desire to continue playing at the top level at Globe Soccer conference in Dubai, Ali Khaled reports.
Frank Lampard in Dubai: ‘It’s not a conspiracy’ why Chelsea sacked Jose Mourinho
Ali Khaled reports from the Dubai International Sports Conference, where Frank Lampard gave his thoughts on the recent turmoil affecting Chelsea and costing Jose Mourinho his job.
Omar Abdulrahman’s chip into history: Asian Cup Panenka marked UAE rise in 2015
The moment when the UAE’s playmaker humbled mighty Japan. Ali Khaled recounts the year that was for Emirates football on the global stage.
