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Dubai Eye
3 days ago
- Sport
- Dubai Eye
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed honours Shabab Al Ahli team
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has honoured members of the Shabab Al Ahli football team for clinching four titles this season at a special ceremony in Zabeel Palace. The Dubai-based team was celebrated for securing the UAE President's Cup, ADNOC Pro League title, UAE Super Cup and UAE-Qatar Super Cup. Sheikh Mohammed congratulated the players, technical and administrative staff, as well as board members for their determination and team spirit. Joining the team for a photo, Sheikh Mohammed expressed confidence in the ability of the team to proudly represent the UAE in upcoming tournaments. His Highness highlighted that the sports sector is essential to the UAE's development strategy and stressed that sports clubs should serve as platforms for developing champions, both in term skill and character. Mohammed bin Rashid, in the presence of Maktoum bin Mohammed and Ahmed bin Mohammed, receives Shabab Al Ahli Football Club following four-trophy season. — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) May 29, 2025
TAG 91.1
3 days ago
- Sport
- TAG 91.1
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed honours Shabab Al Ahli team
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has honoured members of the Shabab Al Ahli football team for clinching four titles this season at a special ceremony in Zabeel Palace. The Dubai-based team was celebrated for securing the UAE President's Cup, ADNOC Pro League title, UAE Super Cup and UAE-Qatar Super Cup. Sheikh Mohammed congratulated the players, technical and administrative staff, as well as board members for their determination and team spirit. Joining the team for a photo, Sheikh Mohammed encouraged them to sustain their high performance and expressed confidence in their ability to proudly represent the UAE in upcoming tournaments. His Highness highlighted that the sports sector is essential to the UAE's development strategy and stressed that sports clubs should serve as platforms for developing champions, both in term skill and character. Mohammed bin Rashid, in the presence of Maktoum bin Mohammed and Ahmed bin Mohammed, receives Shabab Al Ahli Football Club following four-trophy season. — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) May 29, 2025
The Sun
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Sun
PAFA plan to join A1 League next season
IPOH: The Perak Football Association (PAFA) are planning to compete in the A1 League organised by the Malaysia Amateur Football League (AFL) next season, taking a proactive step to ensure the state's proud football legacy lives on and grows. PAFA, in a statement posted on the official Perak FA Facebook page, said its main focus at present is to build a team around the Perak Malaysia Games (SUKMA) squad, which will form the backbone of The Bos Gaurus' domestic revival. 'Planning is actively under way to enter the AFL‑organised League as a starting point, while also making long‑term preparations for SUKMA 2026, the 2026 President's Cup and the 2026 Youth Cup. 'We greatly appreciate the strong support of the state government led by Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad, who has always been attentive and committed to helping PAFA drive football development in the state,' the statement said. On 22 May, AFL chairman Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mahadi welcomed the participation of Perak and Kedah Darul Aman FC (KDA FC) in the A1 League after both clubs failed to secure the National Licence, ending the 2018 Malaysia Cup champions' (Perak FC's) hopes of playing in next season's Super League. The two teams' failure to meet the financial criteria laid out in the Malaysian Football League Club Licensing Regulations 2024‑2025 (MFL CLR) was the main reason their national licences were rejected. PAFA said its president, Datuk Mohd Azhar Jamaluddin, has already held a series of strategic meetings with senior football leaders, including Mohd Yusoff, to discuss direction, eligibility and entry requirements for the Amateur League, President's Cup, Youth Cup, A1 League, and future national‑licence applications. As the state's governing body for football, PAFA acknowledged fans' disappointment but called for everyone to unite, rebuild and sow fresh hope. 'We do not promise miracles, but we promise extraordinary resolve and determination, a fighting spirit that never knows defeat. Stay with us — for the crest, for honour, for Perak Darul Ridzuan,' the statement said. PAFA noted that the 'PAFA 2.0' resurgence is no coincidence but a carefully structured recovery mission outlined in the PAFA Strategic Plan 2035. Mohd Azhar took over the association on 8 Feb 2024 and inherited RM5 million in debt from the previous management. 'Nevertheless, today's PAFA chooses not to point fingers. Instead, we choose to move forward with new strategies, plans and direction,' the statement added.
Barnama
6 days ago
- Sport
- Barnama
PAFA Plan to Join A1 League Next Season
IPOH, May 26 (Bernama) -- The Perak Football Association (PAFA) are planning to compete in the A1 League organised by the Malaysia Amateur Football League (AFL) next season, taking a proactive step to ensure the state's proud football legacy lives on and grows. PAFA, in a statement posted on the official Perak FA Facebook page, said its main focus at present is to build a team around the Perak Malaysia Games (SUKMA) squad, which will form the backbone of The Bos Gaurus' domestic revival. 'Planning is actively under way to enter the AFL‑organised League as a starting point, while also making long‑term preparations for SUKMA 2026, the 2026 President's Cup and the 2026 Youth Cup. bootstrap slideshow 'We greatly appreciate the strong support of the state government led by Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad, who has always been attentive and committed to helping PAFA drive football development in the state,' the statement said. On 22 May, AFL chairman Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mahadi welcomed the participation of Perak and Kedah Darul Aman FC (KDA FC) in the A1 League after both clubs failed to secure the National Licence, ending the 2018 Malaysia Cup champions' (Perak FC's) hopes of playing in next season's Super League. The two teams' failure to meet the financial criteria laid out in the Malaysian Football League Club Licensing Regulations 2024‑2025 (MFL CLR) was the main reason their national licences were rejected. PAFA said its president, Datuk Mohd Azhar Jamaluddin, has already held a series of strategic meetings with senior football leaders, including Mohd Yusoff, to discuss direction, eligibility and entry requirements for the Amateur League, President's Cup, Youth Cup, A1 League, and future national‑licence applications. As the state's governing body for football, PAFA acknowledged fans' disappointment but called for everyone to unite, rebuild and sow fresh hope. 'We do not promise miracles, but we promise extraordinary resolve and determination, a fighting spirit that never knows defeat. Stay with us — for the crest, for honour, for Perak Darul Ridzuan,' the statement said.
Irish Daily Mirror
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
Stephen Bradley plea as Shamrock Rovers face St Pat's THREE times in 10 weeks
Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley has urged League of Ireland officials to consider lengthening the season - so that clubs involved in Europe do not have to shoe-horn in matches. Rovers are at home on Monday evening to St Patrick's Athletic and it's the third meeting in just over 10 weeks this season between the two sides. On the other side of Dublin, meanwhile, the game between Shelbourne and Drogheda United is their FOURTH time facing each other, including the President's Cup final in early-February. Monday's games have been moved forward to accommodate all four sides' European obligations later this summer. However, Bradley believes there is a better way to free up clubs so that they can concentrate on money-spinning continental clashes. Click this link or scan the QR code to receive the latest League of Ireland news and top stories from the Irish Mirror. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. 'I said many times that I think the league season should be extended and I really do believe that,' he said. 'I don't think I'm wrong here, but everyone is full-time in the Premier Division. So I don't see what the issue is in terms of…in the past it was some teams weren't full-time, it was about wages and all of that. 'But I think we should extend the season at either end and it takes out… I understand why we're playing each other, it frees up Europe, I get that. But if we extend the season at either end, it kills these issues. 'I don't think I'd be alone in saying that it's something that should be looked at. We're all full-time.' While the clubs will be thankful for a free weekend when they are trying to progress in Europe, there are downsides to cramming in another Monday night fixture. 'Crowds come down, school nights, player welfare; there is a lot that goes into it,' he said. 'I'm in the position that over years we've built up a good squad and so it helps, we've no issue playing three games in the week. We've no issue at all. 'But I think for the league as a whole, to get people in the door and showcase the talent, I believe it can be structured better. 'I don't think from speaking to other managers that I'm alone in that. Maybe it's something that can be looked at going forward.'
