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UAE players celebrate Abdullah Ramadan's opening goal against Bahrain in the World Cup qualifier at Bahrain National Stadium on November 21, 2023. Photo: UAE FA
Mabkhout and Ramadan strike to earn UAE important win in Bahrain

Manager Bento gets the big calls right as his perfect start continues

FootballNovember 21, 2023
The new Al Ain manager Hernan Crespo. Photo: Al Ain FC
Crespo on why he took Al Ain job and the influence of Ancelotti

Argentine gives his first interview since taking over at reigning Adnoc Pro League champions

FootballNovember 21, 2023
UAE Paulo Bento training.
How Bento defied critics to become Korea's longest-serving manager

The Portuguese had the most successful spell of his career when he revived the Asian giants - now the UAE will hope his methods will work again in his current role

FootballNovember 21, 2023
Denmark's Nicolai Hojgaard raises the winner's trophy after the last day of the DP World Tour Championship European Tour golf tournament 2023 at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai on November 19, 2023. (Photo by Giuseppe CACACE / AFP)
Hojgaard mounts late charge to win DP World Tour Championship

Dane holds off challenge of Ryder Cup teammates Fleetwood and Hovland in Dubai

SportNovember 19, 2023
Rory McIlroy with the Race to Dubai trophy on the 18th green at the DP World Tour Championship on the Earth Course at Jumeirah Golf Estates on November 19, 2023. Getty Images
McIlroy says he is still gunning for Order of Merit record

After winning Race To Dubai crown, Northern Irishman notches his fifth title - three behind Colin Montgomerie

SportNovember 19, 2023
Marcelo Gallardo left River Plate in Argentina last year after eight trophy-laden years. Getty
Gallardo appointed new Al Ittihad manager

Gallardo, 47, joins Saudi Pro League side on a contract through until 2025 after leaving River Plate in his homeland last year

FootballNovember 19, 2023
Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland chips onto the ninth green during Day Three of the DP World Tour Championship. Getty Images
McIlroy puts his modest DP World Tour Championship down to rust

World No 2 wants to finish with a flourish after 7-under round on Saturday takes him to tied-18th

SportNovember 18, 2023
Ali Mabkhout of the UAE scores a penalty during the 2026 World Cup qualifying match between the UAE and Nepal. Al Maktoum Stadium, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Paulo Bento proud of UAE's winning start to World Cup qualifying

National team opened the second round with 4-0 victory against Nepal

SportNovember 17, 2023
England's Tommy Fleetwood reacts on the 18th hole during the round two of the DP World Tour Championship golf tournament, in Dubai. AP
Fleetwood enjoying home comforts at DP World Tour Championship

Englishman moves into contention on day two at his 'local' course

SportNovember 17, 2023
Action from the Saudi Arabia v Pakistan clash in 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifying on Thursday night. X/@AhmadSpeakss
Rain a 'good omen' for Mancini as Saudi Arabia ease past Pakistan

Gulf side begin quest for third successive global finals with 4-0 victory in rain and wind against Pakistan

SportNovember 17, 2023
Ali Mabkhout of the UAE scores a penalty during the 2026 World Cup qualifying match between the UAE and Nepal. Al Maktoum Stadium, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Mabkhout hits double as UAE ease to routine win over Nepal

Paulo Bento's side ease to 4-0 victory at Al Maktoum Stadium in Dubai

FootballNovember 16, 2023
Mohammed Rashid plies his club trade in Indonesia and represents one of 10 players in the current squad playing outside of Palestine. Getty Images
ExclusivePalestinian footballers to use World Cup qualifiers as a platform

Midfielder Mohammed Rashid talks to The National about how the squad are coping amid the ongoing Israel-Gaza war

FootballNovember 16, 2023
UAE head coach Paulo Bento ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifier against Nepal. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Bento says UAE will 'respect' Nepal ahead of qualifier

National team start campaign against 173rd-ranked visitors in Dubai on Thursday

FootballNovember 15, 2023
The UAE's Yahya Al Ghassani is looking forward to the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Photo: UAE FA
UAE's Al Ghassani says hard work starts now on road to 2026 World Cup

National team begin qualification campaign for next global finals with Group H opener against Nepal in Dubai on Thursday

FootballNovember 14, 2023
UAE National football team.
World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Lowdown on UAE's path to global finals

The UAE national team begin their second round of qualification this week

FootballNovember 14, 2023
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