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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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The UAE missed out on qualification to the 2026 World Cup, but could yet benefit if Iran formally withdraw from the tournament. AFP
Could UAE take Iran's place at Fifa World Cup?

Iraq likely to be main beneficiary, but Fifa has no codified rule on selecting replacements

FootballMarch 12, 2026
Karim Benzema returned to action and the goals in Al Hilal's 4-0 win over Al Najmah. Getty Images
Saudi Pro League talking points: Benzema back and Toney's praise for Ahli fans

Al Hilal look to keep pressure on league leaders Al Nassr with only nine rounds remaining

FootballMarch 12, 2026
Preparations for this year's Dubai World Cup at Meydan Racecourse are going ahead as scheduled, the Dubai Racing Club has said. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Dubai World Cup to go ahead despite Iran attacks

Some horses from US and Japan have pulled out of event as European trainers monitor conflict in region

SportMarch 10, 2026
Francis Ngannou was released by the PFL last week. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Francis Ngannou added to Ronda Rousey Netflix card

Former UFC heavyweight champion will take on Philipe Lins on May 16 - his first MMA bout in more than two years

Combat SportsMarch 10, 2026
Walid Regragui said he was worn out after four years in charge of the Morocco national team. AFP
Walid Regragui leaves Morocco post months before 2026 World Cup

Mohamed Ouahbi, who led country to first U20 World Cup in Chile last year, will take over as coach

FootballMarch 06, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo was withdrawn injured during Al Nassr's most recent match - a 3-1 win over Al Fayha. Reuters
Ronaldo still in Riyadh but unlikely to play any time soon: SPL talking points

Al Nassr confirm Portuguese star has a hamstring injury and set to miss match against Neom

FootballMarch 05, 2026
Floyd Mayweather will warm up for his September rematch against Manny Pacquiao with an exhibition bout against kickboxer Mike Zambidis. AFP
Mayweather to face veteran kickboxer ahead of Pacquiao rematch

Boxing legend will take on Mike Zambidis in Athens exhibition before September bout with Filipino star

Combat SportsMarch 03, 2026
Graeme Souness, seen here at the Wimbledon Championships on July 5, 2025, was one of thousands of passengers who had their travel plans from the Middle East disrupted following the closure of airspace after Iran launched attacks on Gulf countries. AFP
Liverpool legend Souness impacted by Gulf airspace shutdown on UAE visit

Former manager posts video revealing 'loud bangs' overhead as he was due to fly back to UK

FootballMarch 01, 2026
Real Madrid were paired against Manchester City in Friday's Uefa Champions League last-16 draw. Getty Images
Uefa Champions League draw: Real Madrid and Man City to meet again

Matches will be played on March 10/11 and 17/18

FootballFebruary 27, 2026
Al Ahli forward Galeno, right, had a goal ruled out for offside in the 1-0 win over Al Riyadh. Getty Images
Al Ahli reclaim top spot from Ronaldo's Al Nassr with narrow win over Al Riyadh

An own goal by Milan Borjan gifted Al Ahli all three points to move them back to the Saudi Pro League summit

FootballFebruary 27, 2026
Ivan Toney's hat-trick in the win over Al Najma took him to 23 goals in the 2025/26 Saudi Pro League season. Getty Images
Ivan Toney must let his goals do the talking after Damac flashpoint

Al Ahli striker involved in bizarre spat with Damac defender, later trolling him on social media

FootballFebruary 25, 2026
Lebanon's Benjamin Hassan says he will 'play freely' when he takes on Stan Wawrinka at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. Getty Images
Dubai Tennis: Lebanon's Benjamin Hassan drawn against Stan Wawrinka

Top-seed Felix Auger-Aliassime will begin his quest for ATP 500 title against China's Zhizhen Zhang

TennisFebruary 22, 2026
Al Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring the first of his two goals in a 4-0 win over Al Hazem. Reuters
'I belong to Saudi Arabia': Ronaldo bags brace to send Al Nassr top

A 4-0 victory over Al Hazem sees Nassr back at the summit as Portugal star moves on from row with SPL bosses

FootballFebruary 22, 2026
Mohammad Yahya has signed a three-fight deal with the Professional Fighters League. Photo: PFL
InterviewMohammad Yahya joins PFL as Emirati MMA pioneer plots comeback

After three defeats in the UFC, the 31-year-old returns fully recovered and eyeing title run at Mena tournament in Saudi Arabia

Combat SportsFebruary 22, 2026
Alexandra Eala plays a backhand on her way to a straight-sets victory over Sorana Cirstea at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. Getty Images
Eala to face Gauff as Dubai Tennis Championships run continues

Eala, 20, saw off Romanian veteran Cirstea 7-5, 6-4 after Gauff books place in quarter-finals following error-strewn victory against Mertens

TennisFebruary 19, 2026
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