UAE football is preparing for a significant season in the AFC Champions League Elite, with the 2026-27 competition expanding to 32 teams and creating greater opportunities for Emirati clubs to compete at Asia's highest level. The new structure increases the tournament from 24 to 32 clubs, with teams divided between...

Shabab Al Ahli will begin their 2026-27 ADNOC Pro League campaign away against Khor Fakkan on August 15 as the Dubai club starts a new era under Brazilian coach André Jardine. The opening fixture is scheduled for 8:45 pm UAE time at Khor Fakkan, giving Jardine an immediate competitive test...

Al Ain will begin the defence of their ADNOC Pro League title with an away fixture against Bani Yas on August 16, as the UAE champions start another campaign carrying major expectations. The official fixture schedule places Al Ain's opening league match at Bani Yas Stadium, with kick-off currently listed...

Moussa Diaby could be one of the key players for Al Jazira to watch when Al Ittihad arrive in Abu Dhabi for their AFC Champions League Elite qualifier. The French winger's future had generated speculation during the transfer window, but Al Ittihad have moved towards keeping him as part of...

Al Jazira are preparing for one of their biggest matches of the early 2026-27 season as the Abu Dhabi club face Saudi Arabian giants Al Ittihad in an AFC Champions League Elite qualifier at Mohammed Bin Zayed Stadium on August 11. The fixture offers Al Jazira an opportunity to secure...