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Class of field Nigeria prove their point on pitch
It seemed every Nigerian in the UAE was in the stadium. And then a few more. Their Golden Eaglets were 90 minutes away from another Fifa Under 17 World Cup, a record fourth, and no one wanted to miss the party. They were not disappointed.
Fifa Under 17 World Cup offered a contrast in display of nationalistic pride
There were many highlights in the Fifa tournament held over three weeks across the Emirates. Ali Khaled looks at five highlights.
Every dog will have its day and ‘Azkals’ say theirs is coming soon
They sit more than 50 Fifa ranking places behind the UAE, but the Philippines national team, or the “Azkals”, as they are known, go into the friendly football international between the two nations at Zayed Sports City on Saturday with very little fear.
Nigeria are final hurdle in run to second successive world championship
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix: The world’s window on Abu Dhabi
About 130 million people worldwide witnessed the drama of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – but no one had a better view than the 5,000 on the new Abu Dhabi Hill.
Khalid Bin Shaiban has eyes on UAE’s motorsport future down the road
Khalid bin Shaiban, national motorsport steward for the UAE, is proud that motor racing in general, and not just Formula One, is starting to flourish across the nation.
‘Little Alonso’ overjoyed to meet his hero, Fernando, at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Rashid Al Dhaheri, 5, the Emirati boy who dreams of becoming an F1 driver, got to meet his hero, Fernando Alonso.
Toro Rosso hold hometown edge at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
When the green flag signals the start of action on Sunday, “Kullunna Khalifa”, a logo signifying UAE pride, will be on the side of both Toro Rosso cars for the world to see. The symbol, literally meaning “We are all Khalifa” as a tribute to the President of the UAE.
‘Little Alonso’ is painting town red with his drive to succeed in F1
A supportive family and infrastructure in place, a future in Formula One is a dream in waiting for Ferrari fan Rashid, all of just five years.
Mosquito and Boschila strikes send Brazil through
Russia crash out of the Fifa Under 17 World Cup after losing 3-1 to three-time winners in Abu Dhabi.
Nathan’s name on everyone’s lips
Nathan, the Brazil No 10 led his side to a 3-1 win over Russia to advance to the quarter-finals of the Fifa Under 17 World Cup.
Jiu-jitsu has gripped attention of the UAE
The Emirates were represented by 59 male and female fighters at the Asian Cup Open, with several winning their respective category.
UAE Under 17 team can follow Iraq’s example
Iraq U17s lost all three matches in 2002 World Cup – like UAE did in this year's tournament – and yet ended up providing backbone of senior side for next decade.
Iraq’s players no match for supporters
Few fans are as invested in their nation’s future like the Iraqis, and it will take all the optimism they can muster after a 3-1 loss to Mexico, writes Ali Khaled.
Mexico bounce back against Iraq
Holders Mexico defeated Iraq 3-1 to rekindle their hopes of progressing to the knock-out stages of the 2013 Fifa Under 17 World Cup.
