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Sharjah 24
08-05-2025
- Sport
- Sharjah 24
Small details to decide Sharjah vs Shabab Al Ahli cup final
Romanian coach Cosmin Olăroiu (Sharjah) and Portuguese coach Paulo Sousa (Shabab Al Ahli) expressed pride in reaching the final of what is considered the most prestigious domestic football competition in the UAE. They spoke during a joint press conference organised by the UAE Football Association. Olăroiu: "We have nothing to lose" Olăroiu praised his players' efforts throughout the season and noted that finals require high physical and mental readiness. With extensive experience in such matches, he believes his side is well-prepared, despite acknowledging the threat posed by Shabab Al Ahli, particularly from set pieces. He stressed tactical discipline and highlighted this as his third final with Sharjah, having won the previous two. Sousa: A chance to showcase our character Sousa said reaching the final is a proud moment and an opportunity to compete for another title. He acknowledged the strength of both teams and emphasised the importance of focus and intensity, especially given the familiarity between the sides after several meetings this season. He also praised Olăroiu's coaching record and wished him success in his upcoming national team role.
Emirates 24/7
21-04-2025
- Sport
- Emirates 24/7
UAEFA contracts Romanian coach for two years
The UAE Football Association (UAEFA) has announced that Romanian coach Cosmin Olăroiu will take over the national team in the upcoming period. The association noted in its statement that the Romanian coach has signed a contract with the national team for a duration of two years, until 2027. The UAE national team is currently in third place in Group A of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup with 13 points after Uzbekistan (17 points). Iran leads with 20 points. Olăroiu's primary task will be to lead the UAE's quest for a World Cup place, via two vital fixtures in the summer. The UAE national team will face Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan in the final matches of the qualifiers on 5th and 10th June respectively. Olariou has emerged as the standout candidate after guiding Sharjah to the AFC Champions League Two final. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Dubai Eye
19-04-2025
- Sport
- Dubai Eye
Cosmin Olăroiu appointed coach of UAE football team
The UAE Football Association has appointed Cosmin Olăroiu as the national team's Head Coach, it was announced on Saturday. The Associated said it signed a two-year contract with Romanian national Olăroiu. The new appointment comes less than a month after the team's former coach, Paulo Bento, was sacked just a day after the UAE's AFC World Cup qualifier victory against North Korea. Bento's backroom staff were also dismissed. Olăroiu has coached a series of decorated clubs in the region, including Al Hilal, Al Sadd, Al Ain, and Al Ahli. He has been coaching the Sharjah football team since 2021 after returning from his post in Jiangsu Suning under the Chinese Super League, where they won the Super League title for the first time in the club's history. He also guided Sharjah to the AFC Champions League Two final. The UAE national team is currently in third place in Group A of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup with 13 points after Uzbekistan (17 points). Iran leads with 20 points. The UAE national team will face Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan in the final matches of the qualifiers on 5th and 10th June respectively.
Sharjah 24
19-04-2025
- Sport
- Sharjah 24
UAEFA contracts Romanian coach for two years
For a duration of two years The association noted in its statement that the Romanian coach has signed a contract with the national team for a duration of two years, until 2027. The UAE national team is currently in third place in Group A of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup with 13 points after Uzbekistan (17 points). Iran leads with 20 points. To lead the UAE's quest for a World Cup place Olăroiu's primary task will be to lead the UAE's quest for a World Cup place, via two vital fixtures in the summer. The UAE national team will face Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan in the final matches of the qualifiers on 5th and 10th June respectively. Olariou has emerged as the standout candidate after guiding Sharjah to the AFC Champions League Two final.
