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Steve Luckings

Steve Luckings

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Steve is one of the of The National “originals”, arriving in Abu Dhabi in January 2008 to help launch the paper three months later. He has held a number of positions including online editor, page editor, senior sports editor and now sports editor. Steve has more than 15 years’ experience across a variety of media platforms. He writes comment and analysis on everything from football to rugby to boxing and is a regular guest on The National’s sport podcasts.
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Julian Quinones celebrates scoring the opening goal for Mexico at the 2026 World Cup in their win over South Africa. AFP
Quinones carries Saudi Pro League form into World Cup with opening goal

Al Qadsiah striker outscored Cristiano Ronaldo in 2025/26 season and got the first of Mexico's two goals against nine-man South Africa

World Cup 2026June 12, 2026
Fares Ghedjemis scored on his international debut for Algeria in a 7-0 win over Guatemala. Getty Images
Fares Ghedjemis: From the French fourth tier to World Cup 2026 with Algeria

Rejected, overlooked and forced to climb through the lower tiers of French football, winger refused to let setbacks define him

World Cup 2026June 10, 2026
FIFA President Gianni Infantino (C) speaks after US President Donald Trump (L) announced the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw will be held at the Kennedy Center in December 2025, in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 22 August 2025. The 2026 FIFA World Cup, coming to North America next summer will be the first World Cup with three host countries in the U. S. , Canada and Mexico, and it will be the first to feature a 48-team field. EPA / ANNABELLE GORDON / POOL
Play01:29
Is World Cup 2026 the most political tournament in football history?

The line between football and geopolitics is impossible to separate at this tournament

World Cup 2026June 10, 2026
Salem Al Dawsari, right, is Saudi Arabia's talisman and has won 106 caps. AFP
Salah, Al Dawsari, Mahrez, Afif and the 100 cappers at the 2026 World Cup

Regional teams will have plenty of experience to call on in North America

World Cup 2026June 07, 2026
Mohamed Amoura scored 10 goals for Algeria in their World Cup qualifying group. Getty Images
Play01:30
Amoura's ascent, Petkovic's calming influence: Algeria World Cup talking points

A team with fond memories on the global stage return after 12-year absence

SportJune 06, 2026
Jordan's forward Mousa Al-Tamari (L) runs with his teammates during a training session at the Nashama Training Centre in Amman on May 24, 2026, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup football tournament. (Photo by Jewel SAMAD / AFP)
Play01:34
Jordan's Al Tamari carries nation's World Cup hopes against Messi and Co

Jamal Sellami's preparations ahead of historic first finals have been dogged by injuries to key players

FootballJune 05, 2026
Andoni Iraola applauds the fans after his final game in charge at Bournemouth. AFP
Andoni Iraola 'excited to start' after being appointed new Liverpool manager

Spaniard signs two-year deal after leaving his role at Premier League rivals Bournemouth

FootballJune 05, 2026
AUSTIN, TEXAS - JUNE 01: Mohammed Al-Owais of the Saudi Arabia men's team arrives for FIFA 2026 World Cup at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport on June 01, 2026 in Austin, Texas. Jack Gorman / Getty Images / AFP (Photo by Jack Gorman / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)
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Saudi Arabia arrive in Austin to begin 2026 World Cup preparations

Green Falcons take on Uruguay in their Group H opener on June 15

FootballJune 02, 2026
Magomed Ankalaev is the top-ranked light heavyweight in the UFC. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Ankalaev v Rountree to headline UFC Fight Night in Abu Dhabi

Former light heavyweight champ Ankalaev returns to the octagon for the first time since dropping his title to Alex Pereira at UFC 320

Combat SportsJune 01, 2026
Midfielder Hannibal Mejbri is usually deployed in a more advanced No 10 role for Tunisia. Getty Images
Play01:26
Tunisia World Cup talking points: Hannibal Mejbri and Co lack cutting edge

A disappointing Afcon led to a change of coach, but Sabrine Lamouchi's appointment has not been met with universal approval

FootballJune 01, 2026
United Arab Emirates coach Cosmin Olaroiu and Yahya Al Ghassani during a Fifa Arab Cup match between the UAE and Egypt in Qatar. Reuters
UAE coach Cosmin Olaroiu and his staff dismissed

Romanian failed to guide national team to only a second World Cup finals appearance

FootballMay 30, 2026
Lionel Messi will match longtime rival Cristiano Ronaldo in appearing at a sixth World Cup finals. AFP
Lionel Messi to play at sixth World Cup for Argentina

Forward, 38, will lead La Albiceleste's bid to retain title

FootballMay 29, 2026
Qatari talisman Akram Afif will be central to the Gulf country's chances at the 2026 World Cup. Reuters
Play01:28
Qatar World Cup talking points: Afif must transfer Asian pedigree to big stage

Julen Lopetegui to finally appear at a global finals after previous heartaches

FootballMay 28, 2026
PSG winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, left, has scored in every knockout round of this season's competition while Bukayo Saka's return from injury has given Arsenal a late season boost. EPA, Getty Images
PSG v Arsenal: All you need to know about the Uefa Champions League final

Arsenal aim to add a first European Cup to Premier League title

FootballMay 26, 2026
Ivan Toney has fired Ahli to back-to-back AFC Champions League Elite titles. Getty Images
Al Ahli's Ivan Toney makes England World Cup squad as Foden and Palmer miss out

Tuchel said he received positive feedback on striker from Ahli coach Matthias Jaissle

FootballMay 22, 2026
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