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Khaleej Times
3 days ago
- General
- Khaleej Times
Eid Al Adha getaway: UAE expats say Jebel Jais' 10°C cooler air, views are 'perfect reset'
As the long Eid Al Adha weekend approaches, many UAE residents are looking for quick getaways to escape the summer heat. For those not planning international travel, Jebel Jais, the UAE's highest peak in Ras Al Khaimah, is proving to be a top pick among residents. About 10 degrees cooler than those in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the temperatures at Jebel Jais hover between 23°C and 30°C, the mountain offers a refreshing break from the city's heat. The cool breeze, winding roads, and peaceful views are drawing residents looking for a quiet and scenic escape. Unplanned trips Shadab Mannar, a digital marketing executive living in Al Nahda, visited Jebel Jais last weekend with a friend. 'We were just driving along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and decided to take a short trip last Sunday. We didn't really plan anything; we just felt like getting away,' he said. 'The city felt too hot and crowded, so we got in the car and ended up at Jebel Jais.' He added that the drive became more enjoyable as they climbed higher into the mountains. 'Honestly, the weather was so pleasant, especially as we went up. It didn't even feel like we were in Middle East summer. We stayed till after sunset, around 9.30 pm, just sitting there enjoying the calm. It was so peaceful and cool.' Shadab now plans to have a short trip with his cousins and friends during the Eid break. 'After that experience, we already decided to drive up again during the long weekend. It's just perfect,' he said. Similarly, Maria Fernandes, a PR executive in Dubai, also found herself at Jebel Jais earlier this week in an unplanned trip with her cousins visiting from Abu Dhabi. 'After lunch, we stepped out just to get some ice cream. One of our friends had to drive to Ras Al Khaimah for some work, so we tagged along,' she said. 'After his work, we were all thinking about what to do next, so we drove up the mountain.' Maria said the change in scenery and temperature was immediate. 'As soon as we hit the mountain road, the air felt cooler and lighter. We had brought sandwiches and tea in a flask, so we stopped at a viewpoint and had a little picnic.' 'It wasn't just the weather, it was the silence, the views, and the break we didn't know we needed. It felt like the perfect reset before starting the workweek again,' she said. 'Away from the malls' Zubair Ahmed, a father of three living in Abu Dhabi, is planning to take his family to Jebel Jais during the upcoming Eid break. 'We will be traveling to Dubai for lunch at my brother's place on Eid Al Adha and then head straight to Jebel Jais in the evening,' he said. 'We usually end up going to the mall or some indoor activity because of the heat. But this time, I wanted to do something different.' He added that several of his friends recently went to the mountain and had only good things to say. 'They told me it's much cooler there in the evenings. The kids are excited about the road trip, and I am just looking forward to spending some time outdoors with them, no screens, no noise, just fresh air and mountains.'
Observer
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Seeb crowned Omantel League champions
Muscat, March 9 Seeb Club officially secured the title of the 48th edition of the Omantel League after concluding their season with a 1-1 draw against Al Nasr in the final round, held at Seeb Sports Stadium. Seeb had already clinched the title a round before the league's conclusion, claiming the championship shield for the fourth time in the club's history. The first half saw balanced play from both teams, with Seeb holding slight control over the match but without creating real threats on either goal, ending the half in a goalless draw. In the second half, Al Nasr came out stronger and showed a clear intention to score, which they achieved in the 75th minute with a penalty successfully converted by their professional player Saonina. However, Seeb quickly responded with an equaliser in the 82nd minute through Kamara, bringing the game to a 1-1 draw. Following the match, a special award ceremony was held under the auspices of Talal bin Said al Maamari, CEO of Omantel, with fans celebrating as Seeb's players lifted the championship shield, marking another milestone in the club's history. AL NAHDA CLAIM RUNNERS-UP SPOT Al Nahda secured second place in the league after defeating Al Rustaq 2-0 at Al Buraimi Sports Complex. Abdullah Jumaa scored the opener in the 14th minute, capitalising on Al Nahda's dominance in possession and wing attacks. Al Rustaq relied on counter-attacks and long balls but failed to threaten Al Nahda's goal. The first half ended 1-0 in favour of Al Nahda. In the second half, Al Rustaq tried to stage a comeback but was denied by Al Nahda's solid defence. Al Nahda sealed the win with a second goal in the 88th minute by Jamal al Wahshi, securing a valuable victory. With this result, Al Nahda finished second with 47 points, while Al Rustaq remained on 23 points in 10th place. SOHAR AVOID RELEGATION Sohar secured their place in the league after defeating Oman Club 2-0 at Sohar Sports Complex in the final round, raising their tally to 24 points. Oman Club, already assured of third place, remained on 44 points. The first half was evenly contested, with both teams hitting the crossbar in key chances, ending goalless. Sohar took control early in the second half, opening the scoring in the 50th minute through Saud al Muqbali after a precise assist from Abdullah al Shibli. Sohar continued pressing and added a second goal in the 66th minute, this time with Al Shibli finding the net. Oman Club pushed to get back in the game, but Sohar's defence held firm to secure the win and confirm their league survival. IBRI OUT Ibri were relegated to the First Division after falling 1-0 to Al Khabourah at Al Rustaq Sports Complex. Despite Ibri's constant attempts, Al Khabourah snatched the winner in the 65th minute through Amir Alaa. Ibri finished second from bottom with 20 points, while Al Khabourah climbed to fourth with 31 points. Saham ended their campaign with a 2-1 victory over Sur on Thursday at Sur Sports Complex in a match that was not televised. With this result, Saham moved to 29 points, securing fifth place in the final league standings, while Sur remained at the bottom with 18 points. Elsewhere, Bahla claimed a convincing 4-3 win over Al Shabab at Nizwa Sports Complex. Abdulsalam al Shukaili scored all four goals for Bahla (a super hat-trick), while Al Shabab's goals came from Ahed al Hudaifi, Mohammed al Ghafri and Masoud al Bahri. Bahla finished the season with 28 points in sixth place, edging Al Shabab who also had 28 points into Fifth place on goal difference.
Times of Oman
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Times of Oman
Seeb crowned champion of Oman Professional League 2024-25
Muscat: Al-Seeb Club celebrated its Oman Professional League title victory for the 2024/2025 season following its final-round match against Al-Nasr, which ended in a 1-1 draw. Al-Seeb had already secured the championship in the previous round after defeating Al-Rustaq 1-0, maintaining a six-point lead over Al-Nahda, the second-place team. The final round also saw Saham defeat Sur 2-1, Bahla edge past Al-Shabab 4-3, Sohar win against Oman Club 2-0, Al-Nahda beat Al-Rustaq 2-0, and Al-Khaboura triumph over Ibri 1-0. At the conclusion of the league, Al-Seeb finished first with 51 points, followed by Al-Nahda with 47 points, and Oman Club in third place with 39 points. Al-Khaboura secured fourth place with 31 points. Meanwhile, Ibri was officially relegated to the First Division League, having ended the season with 20 points, joining Sur, which also failed to secure enough results to remain in the top tier.
Times of Oman
04-05-2025
- Sport
- Times of Oman
Seeb crowned champions
MUSCAT: Seeb Club sealed their dominance in the 2024–25 Omantel Professional League (OPL) by clinching the title with a match to spare, following a gritty 1-0 victory over 10-man Al Rustaq on Saturday night at the Al Rustaq Sports Complex. Coached by Serbia's Nikola Djurovic, the win handed Seeb their fourth top-flight domestic crown and confirmed their status as Oman's premier football force this season. The decisive moment for Seeb came in the 35th minute when Liberian striker Abu Kamara rose highest to head home from a corner, sealing all three points for the Muscat-based club. Al Rustaq's hopes were dented further when goalkeeper Islam Al Hinai was sent off just before halftime. Despite a spirited effort with ten men, Rustaq could not find an equaliser. The victory pushed Seeb six points clear of nearest rivals Al Nahda with just one round remaining, rendering the final day of action academic in the title race. Seeb will now host Al Nasr at the Seeb Sports Stadium on May 8 in what promises to be a celebratory home fixture capped with the official title presentation in front of their fans. A season of character and class Seeb's championship campaign was defined by consistency and resilience. The Yellow and Green Brigade racked up 16 wins from 21 matches, with just three defeats and two draws. Two of those losses came in back-to-back games last month against Sohar and Oman Club, raising alarm bells among their supporters. However, the team bounced back in emphatic fashion to retain the title. The league triumph was especially sweet for Seeb after the heartbreak of losing the His Majesty's Cup final to Al Shabab in February. That setback became a rallying point, with the team regrouping to mount an unshakable title charge. Saturday's triumph marks Seeb's fourth Omantel League title, adding to previous wins in 2019–20, 2021–22, and 2023–24. With four crowns, Seeb are now on par with Al Nahda, Al Arouba, and Al Suwaiq in terms of title count, still trailing traditional powerhouses Dhofar (12 titles) and Fanja (9). Battle for top-four While Seeb and Al Nahda (44 points) have locked up first and second place respectively, Oman Club (39) are secure in third. The battle for the fourth spot remains fierce between Al Shabab and Al Khabourah (28 points each), Al Nasr (27), Saham (26), and Bahla (25). At the other end of the table, Sur's 3-3 draw against Al Shabab sealed their relegation on Saturday, as they sit bottom with 18 points and no mathematical route to safety. Elsewhere on Saturday, Al Khabourah defeated Al Nasr 2-1. Amir Alaa and Zakaria Al Qartubi struck in quick succession in the second half to secure a vital win for Al Khabourah. Marwan Taib pulled one back from the spot, but Al Nasr's search for an equaliser fell short. Also, goals from Baba Tunde (penalty) and Marwan Al Ghafri gave Saham a well-deserved 2-0 victory over Sohar. And in a thriller that sealed their fate, Sur failed to hold on to a lead despite goals from Mana Sbeit, Mohammed Al Najashi, and Abdullah Al Mashaikhi. A hat-trick from Al Shabab's Mohammed Al Ghafri denied Sur the win, ensuring their relegation. A goalless draw ensured Al Nahda's second-place finish and kept Bahla in contention for a top-five finish.
Observer
28-04-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Al Nasr, Al Nahda and Al Rustaq secure vital wins in Round 20
Muscat: Al Nasr secured a valuable 1-0 win over Bahla at Nizwa Sports Complex, marking the opening of the 20th round of the Omantel League on Sunday. Marwan Taib scored the only goal of the match for Al Nasr in the 43rd minute, granting his team all three points. With this victory, Al Nasr raised their tally to 27 points, temporarily moving up to fourth place in the standings, pending the completion of the round's matches. Meanwhile, Bahla remained at 22 points, sitting in seventh place. Al Nahda and Sohar players in action. AL NAHDA HIT SOHAR FOR A SIX Al Nahda recorded a sweeping 6-0 victory over Sohar at Al Buraimi Sports Complex. Al Nahda entered the match strongly, completely dominating the midfield, relying on wing play and penetrating attacks through the centre. Their early pressure paid off with three well-deserved goals: Ahmed al Matrooshi opened the scoring in the 10th minute, Abdulaziz al Shammasi added the second in the 15th minute and Winda netted the third in the 39th minute. In contrast, Sohar tried to match Al Nahda's pace by playing through the flanks, but their passes lacked precision, making it easy for Al Nahda's defence to intercept and close down spaces. Four minutes of injury time were added, but the score remained unchanged, with Al Nahda leading 3-0 at half-time. In the second half, Al Nahda continued to dominate the match amid a clear decline in Sohar's performance, who struggled to keep up with the pace. Al Nahda took advantage of this and continued their goal fest, with Winda scoring the fourth goal in the 55th minute. Near the end of the match, Mohammed al Ghafri further boosted Al Nahda's lead by scoring two quick goals in the 89th and 93rd minutes, sealing an emphatic victory. With this win, Al Nahda raised their total to 43 points, maintaining their hold on second place in the league standings, while Sohar remained stuck at 21 points in ninth place. Al Rustaq and Al Khabourah players fight for the ball. AL RUSTAQ EDGE AL KHABOURAH Al Rustaq secured an important 1-0 victory over hosts Al Khabourah at Sohar Stadium. The first half saw cautious play from both sides, though Al Rustaq showed more attacking intent, wasting several clear chances through Ahmed al Adawi, Ibrahim al Harrasi and Mohammed Abdul Hakim. Despite multiple efforts, the first half ended in a goalless draw. In the second half, Al Rustaq continued their offensive pressure, and Ammar al Shiyadi managed to score the only goal of the match in the 65th minute with a powerful strike into the net. Al Khabourah attempted to equalise through varied attacking plays, but Al Rustaq's defence held firm until the final whistle. With this victory, Al Rustaq climbed to seventh place with 23 points, while Al Khabourah remained at 25 points in fifth place.
