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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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      Mikel Arteta recognises Arsenal are in a 'difficult period' following back-to-back losses in domestic cup competitions. Reuters
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      Arteta's side are out of the FA Cup but are still favourites to win the Premier League and play in the Uefa Champions League quarter-finals

      FootballApril 06, 2026
      Marcos Leonardo bagged Al Hilal's equaliser in a 2-2 draw against Al Taawoun. Getty Images
      Al Hilal salvage draw as Al Ahli get back to winning ways in Saudi Pro League

      English striker Ivan Toney struck his 26th league goal of the campaign in 3-0 win over Damac

      FootballApril 05, 2026
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      Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo team up for new Lego World Cup advert

      Vinicius Jr and Kylian Mbappe also star in advertisement for new 'Editions' collection

      FootballApril 03, 2026
      LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Erling Haaland of Manchester City holding the Carabao Cup trophy receives a kiss from a fan as he celebrates the team's victory in the Carabao Cup Final match between Arsenal and Manchester City at Wembley Stadium on March 22, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney / Getty Images)
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      FootballApril 03, 2026
      Turkey's players celebrate after victory over Kosovo secured them a place at the 2026 World Cup. AFP
      2026 Fifa World Cup groups

      Iraq were the last team to punch their ticket for the global finals with 2-1 win over Bolivia

      FootballApril 01, 2026
      Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup - Inter-Confederation Playoffs - Final - Iraq v Bolivia - Estadio Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico - March 31, 2026 Iraq's Zaid Tahseen celebrates with the national flag after qualifying for FIFA World Cup REUTERS / Raquel Cunha
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      Iraq beat Bolivia to qualify for 2026 Fifa World Cup

      Goals from Ali Al Hamadi and Aymen Hussein secure 2-1 win and a first return to the global finals in 40 years

      FootballApril 01, 2026
      UAE Vice President and Dubai ruler Sheikh Sheikh Mohamed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum attends the Dubai World Cup horse race in Dubai on March 28, 2026. Since the United States and Israel began striking Iran on February 28, Tehran has launched waves of missiles and drones at Gulf states, with more than 2,000 attacks on the UAE alone. (Photo by Fadel SENNA / AFP)
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      Sheikh Mohammed congratulates Magnitude on Dubai World Cup win

      Vice President and Ruler of Dubai praises UAE's 'unbreakable resolve' in hosting 30th event

      SportMarch 29, 2026
      Princess Zahra Aga Khan, middle, flanked by jockey Mickael Barzalona, right, who rode Calandagan to victory in the Dubai Sheema Classic. Reuters
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      Princess Zahra 'terrified' watching Calandagan win Dubai Sheema Classic

      World's top-rated horse trailed by four lengths before turning on the afterburners to rein in West Wind Blows

      SportMarch 29, 2026
      The 30th edition of the Dubai World Cup will be held at Meydan on Saturday. Andrew Henderson / The National
      Dubai World Cup a symbol of UAE’s determination amid conflict and crisis

      In the face of Iranian missiles and powerful storms, Saturday's meet at Meydan takes on extra significance

      SportMarch 28, 2026
      Stablemates American Stage, left, and Forever Young gallop around the Meydan Racecourse in preparation for Saturday's Dubai World Cup 2026. EPA
      Dubai World Cup 2026 predictions: Forever Young to complete historic Gulf double

      A total of $30.5 million in prize money on offer across nine races at Meydan

      SportMarch 27, 2026
      The 30th Dubai World Cup is scheduled to take place at Meydan Racecourse on March 28, 2026. Getty Images
      Organisers 'confident' Dubai World Cup will go ahead despite severe UAE weather

      Dramatic lightning bolts could be seen over much of the city and throughout the country on Thursday evening

      SportMarch 27, 2026
      Godolphin trainer Saeed bin Suroor knows what it's like to taste success at the Dubai World Cup. PA
      Saeed bin Suroor targets Dubai World Cup win No 40 with Dubai Future

      Godolphin trainer looking for back-to-back victories in Dubai Gold Cup

      SportMarch 27, 2026
      Tumbarumba is one of two Wathnan Racing horses lined up in the Dubai World Cup feature race. Reuters
      Wathnan Racing look to cause another Dubai World Cup upset

      Last year's winner Hit Show back to defend his title in $12 million race alongside Tumbarumba

      SportMarch 26, 2026
      UAE champion trainer Bhupat Seemar knows what it's like to taste success at the Dubai World Cup. Antonie Robertson / The National
      Dubai World Cup: Seemar mob-handed with 15 runners at Meydan

      UAE champion trainer believes Walk Of Stars or Imperial Emperor can cause an upset in feature race and also has six runners in Godolphin Mile

      SportMarch 25, 2026
      Carlos Queiroz has left his position as Oman coach. Getty Images
      Carlos Queiroz parts ways with Oman and replaced by Tarik Sektioui

      Moroccan's first game in charge will be a friendly against Sierra Leone

      FootballMarch 24, 2026
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