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Al Bawaba
31-07-2025
- Sport
- Al Bawaba
Dubai Sports Council Kicks Off Annual Summer Football Tournament for Youth Academies
The Dubai Sports Council launches today (Friday 1st of August 2025) the 2025 edition of its annual Summer Football Tournament for youth academies, running through 13 August. The tournament is part of the Council's long-term strategy to identify, nurture, and develop young sporting talent in line with the emirate's vision for athletic excellence across all in its fifteenth edition since its inception in 2010, the summer tournament plays a vital role in preparing Dubai's youth and junior football teams for the upcoming 2025–2026 season. Organised by the Dubai Sports Council, the event provides a competitive platform for emerging players to test their abilities in real match conditions, contributing significantly to their physical readiness and technical year's tournament features five age categories: Under-13, Under-14, Under-15, Under-16, and Under-17. Matches will take place across several major sports venues in Dubai. The Under-13 matches will be held at Dubai Sports World in the Dubai World Trade Centre, Under-14 at Al Wasl Club, Under-15 at Al Nasr Club, and both Under-16 and Under-17 fixtures will take place at Shabab Al Ahli prominent teams from the UAE and the wider Gulf region are participating in the competition: Shabab Al Ahli, Al Wasl, Al Nasr, Hatta Club, Saudi Youth, Gunners Academy, and Al Furjan Academy. The tournament follows a single round-robin group format in each age category, where each team plays against all others in its group once. The team with the highest points at the end of the round is crowned champion of its tournament commenced today with the Under-14 category at Al Wasl Club, where Al Nasr faced Hatta, followed by Al Wasl against Shabab Al Ahli. Fixtures continue on 5 August with Hatta vs Shabab Al Ahli and Al Nasr vs Al Wasl, concluding on 9 August with Al Wasl vs Hatta and Shabab Al Ahli vs Al Nasr. All matches in this category are scheduled between 5:30 pm and 7:15 Under-15 competition kicks off on Saturday, 2 August at Al Nasr Club. Al Nasr will face Hatta, and Al Wasl will play Shabab Al Ahli. The action resumes on 6 August with Hatta taking on Shabab Al Ahli and Al Nasr facing Al Wasl. The final day of the U15 matches is 10 August, with Al Wasl vs Hatta and Shabab Al Ahli vs Al Nasr. All games begin at 6:00 Under-16 age group will see its matches hosted at Shabab Al Ahli Club. Proceedings begin on Friday, 1 August, featuring Al Nasr vs Gunners Academy, and Al Wasl vs Shabab Al Ahli. The next round takes place on 5 August, with Al Nasr playing Al Wasl and Saudi Youth facing Shabab Al Ahli. The final day of matches on 9 August features Al Wasl vs Saudi Youth, followed by Shabab Al Ahli vs Al Nasr. All games start at 6:00 Under-17 matches, also at Shabab Al Ahli Club, commence on Saturday, 2 August with Al Nasr taking on Hatta and Al Wasl meeting Shabab Al Ahli. Fixtures continue on 6 August with Hatta vs Shabab Al Ahli and Al Nasr vs Al Wasl. The final matches will be held on 10 August with Al Wasl playing Hatta, followed by Shabab Al Ahli vs Al Nasr. All matches are set for a 6:00 pm final age category, Under-13, will be contested from 11 to 13 August at Dubai Sports World. Day one features Al Nasr vs Shabab Al Ahli and Al Wasl vs Al Furjan Academy. The tournament continues on 12 August with Al Wasl vs Al Nasr and Shabab Al Ahli vs Al Furjan. The competition wraps up on 13 August with Shabab Al Ahli facing Al Wasl and Al Furjan meeting Al Nasr. All matches in this category take place between 1:00 pm and 3:00 innovative element introduced by the organisers this year is the implementation of penalty shootouts immediately after every match, regardless of the result. This initiative is designed to simulate high-pressure scenarios and sharpen players' decision-making and composure under stress, while also enhancing the reflexes and performance of preparation for the tournament, the organising committee held a coordination meeting with the managers of all participating academies to review the competition's regulations, match schedules, and match management protocols. The UAE Football Association has been involved in the appointment of match officials to ensure professional standards throughout the event. The summer tournament exemplifies the Dubai Sports Council's commitment to building a sustainable and competitive football ecosystem, offering aspiring players a structured environment to develop both on and off the pitch. It also serves the broader goal of instilling professionalism, tactical discipline, and team spirit from an early age, laying a solid foundation for future contributions to club and national teams alike.
Zawya
07-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
North 51 Consulting redefines luxury with The White House Villa in Al Wasl, Dubai
North 51 Consulting unveils its latest landmark project, The White House Villa, a 12,000 sq ft two-storey private residence currently under construction in the prestigious Al Wasl neighbourhood. Scheduled for completion in 2026, this project marks a significant milestone for the North 51 Consulting, who playa multi-dimensional role not only as Project and Cost Management Lead, but also as Interior Design and Build Consultant, bringing creative direction and design and build form into the forefront. This is the first time North 51 Consulting is delivering such a comprehensive scope, with involvement extending from site selection and site technical due diligence to Authority Approvals management, Demolition Management and the build itself. Beyond orchestrating the appointment of the core design team including Architect of Record, Structural, MEP and Interior Designers, North 51 Consulting has actively contributed to shaping the design narrative, translating the client's vision into a build reality. At the core of The White House Villa lies a design ethos of 'Quiet Luxury and Functionality.' Clean lines, bespoke finishes and intelligent spatial flow define the residence, which features five ensuite bedrooms, a master suite with walk-in closet, a serene indoor courtyard, rooftop entertainment zones, a teen breakout space and a signature dual-shower steam room. North 51 Consulting's design to build team worked closely with the Client to ensure these elements aligned with both lifestyle, project price point and aesthetic goals. North 51 Consulting's creative input has been instrumental in some of the material selections process, ranging from facade glazing and curtain wall systems to marble surfaces, joinery, ceiling finishes, and sanitary fittings, adding the a touch of extra luxury to the overall quite luxury theme. Their ability to blend technical expertise alongside design thinking enabled them to enhance functionality without sacrificing elegance. Even the smallest touches such as robe hooks, lift interfaces and courtyard tiles were chosen with long-term usability and visual harmony in mind. 'The White House Villa is not just a luxury home, it's a case study in thoughtful design implementation, buildability and material selections, integrated delivery and future-proof ready living. As both Consultants and Creative collaborators, we ensure cohesion across disciplines and deliver a product that's as beautiful as it is functional.' says Natasha Abbas, Director at North 51 Consulting. Drawing inspiration from the clients' Saudi Arabian and Indian heritage, North 51 Consulting's hands-on involvement has resulted in a residence that fuses cultural depth with contemporary sophistication, underscoring their growing reputation as a full-spectrum consultancy for high-end residential projects.
Al Etihad
06-07-2025
- Sport
- Al Etihad
ADNOC Pro League: Top teams get easy openings after draw
7 July 2025 00:15 KUUMAR SHYAM (ABU DHABI)The upcoming ADNOC Pro League season promises to be a thrilling campaign right from the early weeks, thanks to the continued use of artificial intelligence to craft competitive and balanced fixture schedules of premier competitions in the UAE.A draw ceremony at the ADNOC headquarters in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, witnessed by Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNOC, kickstarted the domestic the fifth consecutive year, the UAE Pro League has employed a smart electronic draw system, designed to maximise high-profile matchups and ensure fairness across the board. Yet, coincidentally, the top legacy teams in the league, such as Al Ain, Al Jazira, Al Wahda, Shabab Al Ahli, Al Wasl and Sharjah have got easy fixture-ranking clashes lined up for the first match would all be expected to hit the ground running before the schedule parity balances AI to model scheduling similar to Europe's top leagues – such as the Premier League and Serie A – the draw ensures no more than two matches take place in the same city each week and considers external commitments, home-and-away balance, and traditional result: a fixture list geared toward fan engagement and fierce the opening round avoids marquee clashes, things heat up quickly from the second. That round will see Shabab Al Ahli meet Al Wahda in a high-stakes encounter, while Sharjah take on Al Jazira, both matchups likely to influence the early title 3 continues the intensity as Al Wasl face Al Ain, two sides eyeing silverware, while Al Jazira go head-to-head with Al Nasr in a classic capital vs Dubai showdown. Drama follows Al Nasr as they take on fellow Dubai rivals Shabab Al calendar hits a major peak for the fifth match day for the top teams, featuring: Shabab Al Ahli vs Al Ain, the Abu Dhabi derby between Jazira and Al Wahda, Al Wasl vs week's highlight will be the Dubai derby between Al Wasl and Al Nasr, ensuring a charged atmosphere for supporters across the second half of the season maintains the excitement, kicking off with intriguing fixtures including Ajman vs Shabab Al Ahli, Al Bataeh vs Al Jazira, and Al Wasl vs Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) Cup also sees several compelling potential matchups. Al Nasr will meet Al Bataeh, with the winner to face Shabab Al Ahli. Sharjah clash with Dibba, and may face Al Ain if the latter beat champions Al Jazira await the winner of Al Wasl vs Al Dhafra, while Al Wahda face Ajman, with the victors taking on Baniyas or Khorfakkan. The draw for the sixth season of the eUAE Pro League Championship was also drawn, with teams slotted into two Al Bataeh, Sharjah, Kalba, Ajman, Dibba, Al Jazira have been put in Group A, while the other one has Khorfakkan, Al Wasl, Al Ain, Al Wahda, Shabab Al Ahli, Al Nasr, Al Dhafra. The draw event brought together a host of dignitaries besides Al Jaber and Abdulla Al Jneibi, Chairman of the UAE Pro League. The use of AI and adherence to international best practices reflects the League's long-term vision under its 2020–2030 strategy, aligning with the UAE Government's AI Strategy 2031. Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
Sharjah 24
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Sharjah 24
Sharjah signs Serbian coach Milos Milojevic to lead first team
Replacing former Coach Cosmin Olariu Milojevic will replace Romanian coach Cosmin Olariu, who recently assumed the role of head coach for the UAE national team. Track record of success in UAE Milojevic previously coached Al Wasl, where he achieved notable success by winning the ADNOC Professional League, the President's Cup, and the UAE/Qatar Super Cup.
Sharjah 24
16-06-2025
- Sport
- Sharjah 24
Seven ADNOC League clubs retain their coaches for the new season
Continued confidence in successful coaches Shabab Al Ahli continues under the leadership of Portuguese coach Paulo Sousa, who led the team to an impressive quadruple last season. Al Ain remains under Serbian coach Vladimir Ivic, while Ajman retains Serbian coach Goran Tufejdzic. Dibba renewed its confidence in Portuguese coach Bruno Pereira, who was instrumental in the team's return to the Pro League. Al Bataeh stays with Iranian coach Farhad Majidi. Ittihad Kalba is continuing with Serbian coach Vuk Ražnović, and Al Jazira moves forward with Moroccan coach Hussein Ammouta. Coaching changes for other clubs Several clubs have opted for fresh leadership. Al Wasl appointed Portuguese coach Luis Castro, while Al Nasr hired Serbian coach Slavisa Jokanović. Khorfakkan brought in Emirati coach Hassan Al Abdouli, and Al Dhafra signed Montenegrin coach Zeljko Petrovic. Bani Yas announced the appointment of Bulgarian coach Ivaylo Petev Bogdanov. Pending announcements Sharjah has not yet officially named a replacement for Romanian coach Cosmin Olaroiu, who left to coach the national team. Serbian coach Milos, formerly of Al Wasl, is a top contender. Al Wahda has also yet to announce a new head coach following the departure of Slovenian Darko Milanić.
