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Steve Luckings

Steve Luckings

Sports Editor
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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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Fifa President Gianni Infantino and Uefa President Aleksander Ceferin during the Uefa Ordinary Congress in 2025. Reuters
Who are the candidates who could run against Fifa president Infantino?

Uefa boss says Fifa chief should step down or face a leadership challenge next year

FootballAugust 24, 2026
Dominik Szoboszlai of Liverpool celebrates alongside Victor Munoz after scoring his team’s second goal from the penalty spot. Getty Images
Iraola pleased with point as Liverpool snatch late draw at Newcastle

Fans of both sides had come together before kick-off to pay tribute to Kevin Keegan, who died last month at the age of 75

FootballAugust 24, 2026
Mohamed Salah scored his first goals for Trabzonspor since joining on a free transfer over the summer. Getty Images
Salah scores first Trabzonspor goals since joining from Liverpool

Egyptian forward bags brace in 2-1 win over Istanbul ⁠Basaksehir and has another two ruled out

FootballAugust 24, 2026
Savinho, left, has been given permission by Manchester City to travel to London for a medical. Getty Images
Play01:47
Transfers: Savinho set for Spurs switch, Konsa signs for Arsenal

Manchester City have accepted a £75 million bid from Tottenham for Brazilian winger

FootballAugust 21, 2026
Al Hilal coach Simone Inzaghi declared himself satisfied with the performance of his players in the win over Al Fayha. Reuters
Al Hilal win again as Inzaghi dismisses reports of rift with Benzema

Milinkovic-Savic records goal and an assist in 3-0 win over Al Fayha

FootballAugust 21, 2026
Mohamed Salah failed to find the net as Trabzonspor fell to a 1-0 defeat at home to Ferencvaros. Getty Images
Salah still looking for first win as Trabzonspor lose to Ferencvaros

Turkish club must overturn 1-0 deficit in Hungary next week to qualify for Europa League group phase

FootballAugust 21, 2026
Young Liverpool fan Isaac Kearney reunites with former Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah in Turkey.
Play00:57
Young Liverpool fan reunites with Salah at Turkish club Trabzonspor

Egyptian forward gets an early chance to repay Turkish club's faith when they face Ferencvaros

FootballAugust 20, 2026
Samu Costa, right, comes on as a substitute to replace Joao Felix during Al Nassr's 3-0 win over Al Fateh. Reuters
Saudi Pro League talking points: A new Portuguese hero and a Mexican marvel

New season enters its second game week with Ruben Neves calling on Al Hilal teammates to maintain focus after Al Faisaly scare

FootballAugust 19, 2026
Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala says he has been diagnosed with 'temporary, brief, but easily treatable absence seizures'. Getty Images
Bayern Munich's Musiala collapses during match for second time

Bayern Munich midfielder was introduced as a substitute before appearing dazed and requiring medical attention against Heidenheim

FootballAugust 19, 2026
Alexander Volkanovski will defend his UFC featherweight title against Mosvar Evloev at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi this October. Photo: Zuffa
CommentThe UFC owes Abu Dhabi a show - Volkanovski and Yan can deliver it

Announcement of championship fights for UFC 333 in October should go some way to making up for damp squib of last year

Combat SportsAugust 17, 2026
Chelsea captain Enzo Fernandez is a wanted man and could attract the interest of Real Madrid after the Spanish club missed out on signing Rodri. Getty Images
After missing out on Rodri, who will Real Madrid turn their attention to next?

Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez and Arsenal's Martin Zubimendi among the names linked with a move to the Bernabeu

FootballAugust 17, 2026
Rodri won 12 major honours, including four Premier League titles, two FA Cups, three League Cups and the Uefa Champions League. Reuters
Rodri set for Barcelona move after Man City accept bid

Spain midfielder expected to join La Liga champions in coming days on a four-year contract

FootballAugust 17, 2026
Cristian Romero of Argentina in action during the 2026 World Cup final. EPA
Spurs defender Cristian Romero seals move to Atletico Madrid

Romero signs with Spanish club on a five-year contract in a deal reportedly worth £34 million

FootballAugust 15, 2026
Karim Benzema opens the scoring for Al Hilal at Kingdom Arena, Riyadh. Reuters
Benzema and Neves penalties get Al Hilal up and running in Saudi Pro League

Summer signing Crysencio Summerville handed his first start as Al Hilal run out 4-2 winners over Al Faisaly

FootballAugust 15, 2026
Trabzonspor's new signing Mohamed Salah applauds the fans at his official unveiling. Reuters
Which former Liverpool teammate could join Salah at Trabzonspor?

Turkish club in talks with Al Hilal over transfer of Uruguayan striker

FootballAugust 14, 2026
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