Emirates General Petroleum (Emarat) becomes the energy partner of Shabab Alahli club for the upcoming season 2022-2023, after the two-side signed strategic partnership agreement yesterday.

The agreement was signed at (Emarat) head quarter, in the presence of Lieutenant-General Mohammed Ahmed Al-Marri, Chairman of the Board of Directors of sports games at Shabab Alahli Club, and H.E Ali Khalifa Al Shamsi, Director General, Emarat, and H.E Major General Talal Ahmed Al Shanqiti, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the sport games.

(Emarat) top officials attended the signing ceremony are Mr. Sultan Ahmed Al Ghfeli Strategy & Business Development, Dr. Rahma Bin Mohammed Al Shamsi Retail Sales Director, Mr. Ahmed Abdulla Ahli Human Resources Director, Mr. Ali Khalid Bin Zayed Al Falasi Senior Manager corporate Loyalt

From Shabab Alahli club, Dr. Khaled Al-Zahid, club manager, beside first team players, Abdellah Alnaqbi and Yahya Alghassani.

The agreement with Emarat is a continuation of the strong relationship, that binds the club with one of the leading national companies, and it comes as part of a move to integrate the roles between economic institutions and sports clubs, with the aim to raise the capabilities of the clubs and to provide them with the necessary support to achieve set goals.

H.E Ali Khalifa Al Shamsi, Director General, Emarat, said: “As part of our commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of the local community, we are thrilled to be the official energy partner of Shabab Al-Ahli, one of the largest clubs in the UAE”.

Al Shamsi continued: “Emarat shares an endless passion for football with thousands of fans across the UAE, and we look forward to building a strong, long-term partnership with Shabab Al-Ahli club, wishing them great achievements in the forthcoming season”.

As one of the leading energy providers in the UAE, Emarat will continue to support the UAE’s vision in promoting healthy lifestyle and the efforts to strengthen sports in the country.

Shabab Alahli Club and Dubai Integrated Economic Zone (DIEZ) have renewed the strategic partnership agreement that binds two sides together.

Under the agreement, Dubai Integrated Economic Zone (DIEZ) will continue as the Gold Sponsor of Shabab Al Ahli for the next two sports seasons.

The agreement was signed at Dubai Integrated Economic Zone head quarter, in the presence of H.E Dr. Mohammed Al Zarooni, Executive Chairman of DIEZ, and Lieutenant-General / Mohammed Ahmed Al-Marri, Chairman of Directors of sports games of Shabab Alahli Club, and Khalifa Suleiman, member of the Board of Directors of Shabab Al Ahli Club, and H.E Major General Talal Ahmed Al Shanqiti, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the sport Games, and Dr. Khaled Al-Zahid, club manager, beside first team players, Igor Jesus and Mahdi Qayedi.

The renewal of the partnership agreement assured that DIEZ and Shabab Alahli are keen to continue cooperating, to achieve the goals of both sides, and contributes to developing relations between sports clubs and national institutions to support the sports sector, and contributes in getting more achievements for our sports teams that representing UAE on all levels.

H.E Dr. Mohammed Al Zarooni, Executive Chairman of DIEZ, expressed his pride in renewing the sponsorship with Shabab Al Ahli Club.

He said: “we will support the club to continue achieving championships, and we consider our partnership with the club to be one of the successful strategic partnerships.”

H.E Lieutenant-General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Sports Games, thanked “DIEZ” for sponsoring the first team for two additional seasons, he said,:”National companies are always supporting the sports sector, and standing beside UAE youth encouraging them to achieve their goals”.

Shabab Alahli Club and Dubai Integrated Economic Zone (DIEZ) have renewed the strategic partnership agreement that binds two sides together.

Under the agreement, Dubai Integrated Economic Zone (DIEZ) will continue as the Gold Sponsor of Shabab Al Ahli for the next two sports seasons.

The agreement was signed at Dubai Integrated Economic Zone head quarter, in the presence of H.E Dr. Mohammed Al Zarooni, Executive Chairman of DIEZ, and Lieutenant-General / Mohammed Ahmed Al-Marri, Chairman of Directors of sports games of Shabab Alahli Club, and Khalifa Suleiman, member of the Board of Directors of Shabab Al Ahli Club, and H.E Major General Talal Ahmed Al Shanqiti, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the sport Games, and Dr. Khaled Al-Zahid, club manager, beside first team players, Igor Jesus and Mahdi Qayedi.

The renewal of the partnership agreement assured that DIEZ and Shabab Alahli are keen to continue cooperating, to achieve the goals of both sides, and contributes to developing relations between sports clubs and national institutions to support the sports sector, and contributes in getting more achievements for our sports teams that representing UAE on all levels.

H.E Dr. Mohammed Al Zarooni, Executive Chairman of DIEZ, expressed his pride in renewing the sponsorship with Shabab Al Ahli Club.

He said: “we will support the club to continue achieving championships, and we consider our partnership with the club to be one of the successful strategic partnerships.”

H.E Lieutenant-General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Sports Games, thanked “DIEZ” for sponsoring the first team for two additional seasons, he said,:”National companies are always supporting the sports sector, and standing beside UAE youth encouraging them to achieve their goals”.

Shabab Alahli defeated the guest, Baniyas, 3-1 in the 25th matchweek of the ADNOC Professional League, at Rashid Stadium.
Shabab Alahli raised its tally to 39 points, while Baniyas’ is in the 9th place with 30 points.

Baniyas opened the score earlier in the 9th minute, through Sayed Khamis, and Walid Abbas scored the equalizer for Shabab Alahli in the 38th minute, after receiving brilliant cross from Kartabia.

In the second half Shabab Alahli continued attacking until Yuri Cesar scored the second goal in the 49th.

Harib Abdullah Suhail was fouled inside the box, and the referee awarded a penalty kick, Doumbia scored the third goal of Shabab Alahli in the 84th minute.

Speaking at the prematch press conference, our head coach Coach Mahdi Ali said that the team will face Khorfakan in the last match of the Adnoc professional league, without the the national team players, of the first national and Olympic teams for their upcoming matches.

Mahdi said: we will miss 14 players who will be with the two national teams, will [lay with the available players, in addition to the players of the under-21 team.

Mahdi wishes the first and Olympic national teams success in their upcoming matches, hoping that the first team to win in the decidive match against Australia to qualify for the Qatar World Cup 2022, and the Olympic in the Asian Cup.

Our rising star Badr Nasser said: “We will strive to win the next match, will do our best to get the three points”.

He added: “We as players will make a great effort next season and start in the best way and make a strong start to make our fans happy.

Shabab Alahli beat Khorfakkan 2-1, in the last matches of the ADNOC Professional League, at Saqr bin Mohammad Al Qasimi Stadium, to raise its tally to 42 points in 5th place, while Khorfakan has 28 points in 10th place.

TKhorfakan opened the score advanced through Ellersi Barbosa in the 11th minute from a penalty kick, and Gustavo Silva levelled the in the 22nd minute.

And in the last minute of the official time of the match, Khaled Al-Asbahi succeeded in adding the second goal Shabab Alahli with a left-footed shot to give his side the three points.

Shabab Alahli U-21 years old officially crowned the champions of the professional league, after beating Khorfakan in the last matchweek 10-0.

Guillermi scored 4 goals, while Mohamed Al-Madani scored two goals, and one goal by Mohamed Youssef, Malik Sila, Omar Noah and Gamal Abdel Nasser.

Shabab Alahli keeps unbeaten record in the 26 matches, winning 20 matches and drawing six times without any loss.

Our junior champions acheived 66 points, 11 points ahead of Sharjah, who finished second with 55 points.

Shabab Alahli players scored 82 goals in 26 matches, an average of more than three goals per match, conceding 19 goals in all matches.

Speaking at the pre match press conference, our head coach Mahdi Ali stated that the team was rested for one day after last match against Aldhafra and resumed training to prepare for the 25th matchweek game against Baniyas on Sunday 9:00 pm at Rashid Stadium.

“We have more two training session today and tomorrow, will see the readiest players to start the match”. Said Mahdi.

Mahdi Ali explained that he will make some changes in the starting lineup, he said: “the match will be good chance to give more playing time to the players who are not playing regularly, also some young players will appear in the starting lineup”.

The coach hope that the team can do good game and win the match, adding that: “we have the last two matches in the league, I wish good luck for the players, and looking forward to achieve positive result”.

Our plyer Yousuf Jaber said: for us it is important to win the last two games in Adnoc pro league, this will not change our position, but we will do our best to finish the league with wins”.

habab Alahli defeated Ittihad Kalba, 2-1, in the matchweek 22 of the ADNOC Professional League, at Rashid stadium, to raise its tally to 33 points in the 5th place, while Ittihad Kalba is in 10th place with 24 points.

Thomas Olsen opened the score for the home side earlier in 4th minute and doubled the lead in 22nd when he scored the second goal.

In the second half, Malaba scored the lone goal for Kalba in the 62nd minute.

Shabab Alahli starting lineup included: Hassan Hamza, Mohamed Jaber, Salmin Khamis, Badr Nasser, Ahmed Jamil, Ahmed Nour Allah, Eid Khamis, Yuri Cesar, Mahdi Qayedi, Gustavo, Thomas Olsen.

In the second half Yahya Al Ghassani, Mohamed Gomaa, Doumbia, Kartabia and Abdelaziz Haikal replaced Yuri Cesar, Mahdi Qayedi, Badr Nasser, Gustavo, Olsen.

Mahdi Ali: will select best players for starting lineup

Mahdi Ali, the head coach of Shabab Alahli, expected a tough match when his side faces Al-Nasr in the 23rd matchweek of the ADNOC Professional League at Rashid Stadium on Wednesday.

The coach explained that the team resumed training after last match against Kalba, the players who are most ready will participate in the next match.

The coach stated tha that Al-Nasr has been doing well in the last weeks, and the opponent has good players, hoping that his players will do their best to achieving a positive result.

Our player Federico Cartabia confirmed that the match against Al-Nasr is one of the big games in the league regardless of the two teams’ position in the league standings, as it is one of the derby matches, indicating that each team will fight to win.

He said, “as players, we are always keen to give everything we have in all matches. The preparations went well and we hope to achieve appositive result.”

Speaking at the prematch press conference, our head coach Mahdi Ali, announced that the team is ready for the final of league cup against Alain, he said: “the match is important as it is the last competition we have chance in, Alain is strong team we hope to win the game”.

Mahdi Ali said: “we have good and experienced players, we prepared them physically and mentally for the match, mental preparation is more important, Majed Hassan is injured and will not be available, for Cartabia will decide after training, both teams know each other well.

Our player Salmin Khamis who accompanied the coach in the press conference aid: “we are prepared well for the important match; we are keen to do our best to make our fans happy”.

He added: “fans coming back will make the match more exciting, we are eager to meet our supporters in the final, I hope we can win the game and take the trophy”.

Speaking at the prematch press conference, our head coach Mahdi Ali, assured that the team is ready to face Foolad fc in the last match of AFC Champions league group stage matches, at Prince Abdulla Alfaisal stadium on 27 April, 0015 am

Mahdi stated that the match and is the last in the group stage, and they need to achieve positive result to secure their seat in the next stage of the competition, promising to do the best to qualify and without waiting for the result of the other matches.

He said: “our preparations went well, and we are fully ready for the game, we are looking forward to win the match”.

Mahdi Ali added: “we have good players who has experience in AFC Champions league, they know how to deal with such situations and how to play under pressure, our team is always progressing and becoming better match after another, hope we can get the result we need”.

Our player Thomas Olsen who accompanied the coach in the press conference said: “we know that the match is very important, and we are so serious and keen to win and qualify to round 16, this is my first time to play in this big competition, we are in tough group, our team is in good mood and will fight to qualify”.

Speaking at the prematch press conference our head coach, Mahdi Ali emphasized the importance of the upcoming match against Ahal, in the 5th matchweek of the AFC Champions League, adding that there is no other option than collecting the three points.

we are targeting the first place, not second position, for that we need to win the last two matches, we have to stay focused and ne more careful. the game will not be easy, and we have to fight for the important three points.

Mahdi Ali: we achieved big win in the last match, we scored eight goals and did very well, but if we don’t win next match against Ahal, then the result will be for nothing. The players know that, and they are fully ready.

Our player Eid Khamis stated that all players are ready for the important match, adding that they are keen to give their best to achieve positive result that can help the team to qualify for the next round.

Speaking at the prematch press conference our head coach, Mahdi Ali stated that it is a must to achieve positive result against Al Gharafa, in the 4th matchweek of the AFC Champions League, to maintain the team’s chances to qualify to the next stage

Mahdi Ali said: “we are not lucky in the previous match, we created many chances but didn’t score goals in the first half, we need to focus more in the last third, we analyzed the performance and discussed with the players and will do our best to get the result we need”.

He added: “We have no other option than to fight for the first place in the group. We have to win the upcoming matches in order to qualify. We focus on tomorrow’s match to get a positive result, because it will motivate us more”.

Our player Youssef Jaber, stated that every match is important, indicating that the team drew in three games, and they are looking forward to achieve a positive result tomorrow, noting that all players are fully ready, and keen to give their best.

Mahdi Ali said: “we are not lucky in the previous match, we created many chances but didn’t score goals in the first half, we need to focus more in the last third, we analyzed the performance and discussed with the players and will do our best to get the result we need”.

He added: “We have no other option than to fight for the first place in the group. We have to win the upcoming matches in order to qualify. We focus on tomorrow’s match to get a positive result, because it will motivate us more”.

Our player Youssef Jaber, stated that every match is important, indicating that the team drew in three games, and they are looking forward to achieve a positive result tomorrow, noting that all players are fully ready, and keen to give their best.

Shabab Alahli shared spoils with Al-Gharrafa after two team drew 1-1 in the matchweek 3 of AFC Champions League, at Prince Abdallah Al-Faisal Stadium in Jeddah.

Al-Gharafa took the lead in the last minutes of the first half, while Cartabia equalized the score for Shabab Alahli in the last minute of the second half. the result saw Shabab Alahli with three points in third place in the group, which Al-Gharafa topped the teable with five points.

Shabab Alahli starting lineup included: Hassan Hamza, Walid Abbas, Salmin Khamis, Youssef Jaber, Abdel Aziz Haikal, Majed Hassan, Ahmed Nour Allah, Omar Abdelurahman, Harib Abdallah, Cartabia and Thomas Olsen.

In the second half, Majid Hassan, Salmin Khamis, Omar Abdulrahman, Ahmed Nour Allah, Abdel Aziz Haikal, were replaced by Eid Khamis, Mohammad Jaber, Ahmed Jamil, Gustavo, and Yahya Al Ghassani.

Mahdi Ali, coach of Shabab Alahli, explained in the post-match press conference, that the match was difficult in the first half, and his players missed several chances.

Mahdi stated that he made substitutions in the second half to rest some players, as Omar Abdulrahman, He said: “We scored in the last minutes and got a draw. We were hoping to win, but that’s football.”

He added: “we missed lot of chances due to a lack of concertation. Fasting affects both teams. I hope that we will score in the next matches from the chances we get”.

Speaking at the press conference heading to the upcoming match against Al Gharafa, in the third matchweek of the AFC Champions League Group C, head coach, Mahdi Ali stated that the next match is very important for his team, pointing out that they will face the top table team in the group and looking forward to getting positive result to keep their hopes alive.

Mahdi Ali said: “We will play with a different formation and some changes in the lineup, the result is important for us and we need to get good result”.

He added:” opponent is a well-organized team and has experience in this competition. I wish the players will give their best.

Mahdi concluded:” we will focus on our team and regardless of the opponent, we must be fully ready.”

Our player Yahya Alghasani who accompanied the coach in the press conference said: “the match is important, we are working hard with the coach in training, and will fight to achieve a positive result and qualify for the next stage”.

He added: ”m always ready when the team needs me, thanks to for the draw last game and hope can win next games”.

Speaking at the prematch press conference heading to Foolad Khuzestan match, Mahdi Ali Shabab Alahli head coach stated that next match is different from the previous one, hoping that the team can achieve positive result to keep hopes alive to qualifying to next round

Mahdi Ali: our opponent is physically strong, we are facing tough team, and looking forward to getting good result, we need to focus more, and be careful during 90 minutes, also we have to play fast and not keep the ball

Mahdi Ali: I hope if we come with our full squad, but we have some key players returning from injuries like Omar Abdul Rahman and Cartabia. Omar Abdul Rahman is an important player for the team and he is talented and good leader and knows how to deal with such matches.

Our player Salmin Khamis stressed the importance of the match, adding that their aim is to win and fight to qualify to the next stage of the AFC Champions League.

He said: “The next match is totally different. and we are fully focus.

Speaking at the prematch press conference, Mahdi Ali Shabab Alahli head coach confirmed that his team is ready for the first match in the AFC Champions league, stating that first match is the most important because it motivate players more in case of winning.

Mahdi Ali: “we have very little information about the opponent, but will try our best in the game, we prepared the team well, after some injured players recovered and join the team, in football you have to focus and deal with all opponents carefully and with full respect.

Our team captain Majed Nasser who accompanied the coach in the press conference said: “will enter the match with full focus, fasting may affect sometimes, but we have experience and can play normally in Ramadan”.

He added: “our goal is to reach the second round we respect our opponent and will do our best to get the desired result”.

Shabab Alahli and Ahal of Turkmenistan shared spoils after their match in the first matchweek of the group stage of the AFC Champions League ended 1-1, at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah.

The four teams in Group C with one point, after Foolad Khuzestan and Qatar’s Al Gharafa ended in a draw.

The two teams goalless draw in the first half, while Ahal took the lead by scoring the first goal, and Azizjon Ganiev scored the equalizer in the 79th minute from a penalty spot.

Shabab Alahli starting lineup included: Hassan Hamza, Mohamed Marzooq, Walid Abbas, Ahmed Jamil, Abdelaziz Sanqour, Azizjon Ganiev, Majed Hassan, Harib Abdallah, Mohamed Juma Eid, Gustavo Silva and Thomas Olsen.

Second half witnessed five substitutions that, Mohammad Juma, Gustavo, Mohammad Marzooq, Harib Abdallah, Abdelaziz Sanqour, replaced by Yahya Al Ghassani, Mehdi Ghayedi, Salmin Khamis, Omar Abdul Rahman, and Youssef Jaber.

Shabab Alahli will play the second matchweek on Sunday April 10th, against Foolad Khuzestan of Iran.

Shabab Alahli team crowned as champion of the U-21 Youth League, after defeating Alarabi team 5-0 in the last matches of the league.

Ibrahim Abdul-Malik, Vice President of the club’s football company, congratulated the team members winning the title, which came as a result of great work from all the team members.

Abdul Malik praised the members of the technical and administrative staff and the players, pointing out to the great effort they made throughout the season, considering that the achievement is deserved, hoping that all youth teams, will continue winning titles.

He said, “We are very happy with the achievements of the various youth teams in the club, because these players represent the future of the first team, and we depend on them to raise UAE football flag in the near future.”

Shabab Alahli lost 2-0 against Alwasl in the 19th matchweek of ADNOC Professional League, at Rashid Stadium, Shabab Alahli remained in 5th place with 30 points.

Two teams played goalless draw in the first half, while Al Wasl scored two goals through Ghanem Ahmed in the 67th minute, and Ali Saleh in the 84th minute.

Shabab Alahli lineup included: Majed Nasser, Mohammad Marzouq, Walid Abbas, Abdeleaziz Haikal, Badr Nasser, Ahmed Nour, Harib Abdellah, Mehdi Qayedi, Gustavo, Thomas Olsen.

The second half witnessed four changes as Mohammad Jumaa, Salmeen Khamis, Eid Khamis and Guilhermi DaSilva, replaced Tamas Olsin, Mohammad Marzouq, Abdellah Al-Naqbi, Harib Abdullah.

Speaking at the prematch press conference, Mahdi Ali, Shabab Alahli head coach hope that the team can achieve positive result against Al-Wasl at Rashid Stadium on Saturday at five and 45 minutes, in the 19th round of the ADNOC Professional League.

The coach explained that the team played three matches in one week against Al-Wahda, including one match in the league and two matches in the League Cup, qualified for the cup final after beating the opponent home and away.

He said: “players did work hard in the last three matches, for the upcoming match, we will see the readiest players to start the game. Also, will give some players more playing time”.

Our player Eid Khamis, who accompanied the coach in the press conference, said: “We hope to do well against Al Wasl”.

Shabab Alahli qualified for the final match of the Professional League Cup, after beating Al-Wahda 3-1, in the semi-final second leg match at Al Nahyan.

The Brazilian Gustavo Da Silva opened the score for Shabab Alahli in the 25th minute, and Thomas Olsen added the second goal in 31st from penalty spot and and added the 3rd in 44th minutes. In the second half, Mansour Saeed Al-Wahda lone goal.

Shabab Alahli starting lineup included: Majed Nasser, Mohamed Marzouq, Walid Abbas, Abdelaziz Haikal, Badr Nasser, Abdellah Al-Naqbi, Majed Hassan, Ahmed Nour Allah, Gustavo Da Silva, Federico Cartabia, Thomas Olsen.

Mahdi Ali made five substitutions in the second half, as Yahya Al-Ghasani, Mohammad Jumaa, Yusuf Jaber, Harib Abdellah, Eid Khamis, replaced Thomas Olsen, Abdellah Al-Naqbi, Badr Nasser, Cartabia, Ahmed Nour Allah.

Speaking at the post-match press conference, our head coach Mahdi Ali, stated that they achieved their goal by qualifying to the final, pointing out that the did well in the first half and scored three goals to finish the match.

He said, “In the second half, we rested some players and give the chance for other players. The most important thing is that we reached the final”.

Speaking at the prematch press conference, our head coach Mahdi Ali, stressed the importance of the upcoming match against Al Wahda in the second leg of the League Cup semi-final, noting that the two teams will meet again for 3rd time in the same week.

He said: “it is an important match for us because it the only competition we have a chance to win in the current season.”

He added, “We are focusing on the next match, and keen to achieve positive result that can help us to reach the final, we have two days to prepare the team, and hope we can do it”

Our rising star Badr Nasser who accompanied the coach in the press conference said, “Our next match against Al-Wahda is important for us as players. we are fully aware of its importance as it is in the semi-finals of the Professional League, which is different from the league matches. Will do our best to qualify for the final”.

Shabab Alahli lost 3-1 to the guest Al-Wahda, at Rashid Stadium in the 18th matchweek of the ADNOC Professional League, Shabab Alahli with 30 points in fifth place in the standings.

Joao Pedro opened the score for the visitors earlier in the 4th minute, while Thomas Olsen equalized the score in the 10th mintue, ending the first half 1-1.

In the last five minutes of the second half, Al-Wahda scored two goals through Omar Khribin in the 85th minute, and Joao Pedro in 90+3.

Shabab Alahli starting lineup included: Hassan Hamza, Walid Abbas, Mohamed Marzouq, Abdelaziz Sanqour, Abdelaziz Haikal, Abdellah Al-Naqbi, Ahmed Nour Allah, Majed Hassan, Gustavo, Cartabia, Olsen.

in the second half, Harib Abdullah, replacing Gustavo, Badr Nasser in came as substitute for Abdel Aziz Sanqour, and Mehdi Qayedi replaced Abdullah Al Naqbi.

Speaking at the prematch press conference, Mahdi Ali, the head coach of Shabab Alahli, said: “We played a good match and in the second half we had the advantage until the 80th minute and we did not deserve to lose. We received two goals as a result of minor mistakes from players”.

Speaking at the prematch press conference, Mahdi Ali, Shabab Alahli head coach, expected tough match against Alwahda in the matchweek 18 of the ADNOC Professional
League, indicating that the game is important for both teams.

He said:” Al-Wahda is trying to deficit the gap with the table leader, while we are looking forward to move to better position”.

Mahdi promised the team will fight hard to get the desired result. Regarding the players’ readiness, Mahdi said: “we play a match every two or three days, so we will see the players who are ready to decide about starting lineup.”

Our player Harib Abdullah, who accompanied the coach in the press conference, stressed the importance of the match, and said: “Such games are always difficult for both teams, because each team is looking to win, and is keen to collect points.”

He added, “I expect the match tough match between the two teams. We will do everything we have to achieve the desired goal.”

Ten-man Shabab Alahli defeated Al-Wahda 1-0 in the first leg of the Pro League Cup semi-final, at Rashid Stadium, the lone goal scored by substitute Gustavo in the 80th minute.

two teams, will play the 2nd leg of the semifinal at Al Nahyan stadium, on March 8, and the result of the two matches will determine the winner.

Shabab Alahli defender Mohamed Jaber was sent off in the 73rd minute.

Shabab Alahli starting lineup included: Majed Nasser, Walid Abbas, Mohammad Jaber, Abdelaziz Haikal, Badr Nasser, Abdellah Al-Naqbi, Ahmed Nour Allah, Mehdi Qayedi, Cartabia, Mohammad Juma, Olsen.

Gustavo, Harib Abdellah, Salmin Khamis, Yahya Al Ghassani and Majed Hassan, replaced Mohammad Juma, Mehdi Qayedi, Abdellah Al Naqbi, Olsen and Cartabia.

Speaking in the post-match press conference, our head coach Mahdi Ali congratulated his players on winning the match, stressing the need to improve a in the coming matches.

Speaking at the prematch press conference, our head coach, Mahdi Ali, stressed the importance of the upcoming match against Al-Wahda, in the first leg of the Pro League Cup semi-final, at Rashid Stadium at 5:30 in the afternoon on Tuesday, March 1

Mahdi described Alwahda as strong side, expecting tough match in the first leg, since the two teams are looking forward to qualifying to the final, and the result of the two matches will decide the winner.

“Our opponent is doing very well in all competitions, and they are in high level now, I know the match will be difficult for both sides” he said.

Mahdi called upon his players to focus and be more careful to get the result that can help the team to be in the final.

Regarding the available players for the match, he said: “We have two days to see the players and decide who will start the match”.

Mohamed Jaber who accompanied the coach in the press conference said: “ we will do our best to make our fans happy, we are all working hard to achieve our goal, reaching the final in this important competition.

Shabab Alahli lost 1-0 to the host Sharjah in the at Sharjah Stadium, in the 17th matchweek of the ADNOC Professional League. the result saw Shabab Alahli in the fourth place with 30 points.

The two teams played goalless draw in the first half, in the last minutes of the match, the referee awarded a penalty kick to Sharjah, and Miloni converted the penalty to give his side three points.

Shabab Alahli starting lineup included: Majed Nasser, Mohamed Marzouq, Walid Abbas, Abdelaziz Haikal, Abdelaziz Sanqour, Ahmed Nour Allah, Abdellah Al-Naqbi, Majed Hassan, Federico Cartabia, Harib Abdellah, Thomas Olsen.

The second half witnessed three changes as Mohammad Marzouq, Thomas Olsen, Majed Hassan, were replaced by Mohammad Jaber, Yahya Al-Ghassani and Mahdi Qayedi

Speaking at prematch press conference, our head coach Mahdi Ali, stated that the match against Sharjah in the 17th matchweek will not be easy, adding that he is expecting tough match against strong opponent.

Mahdi pointed out that the match is very important for both sides, and the two teams will fight to get the three points, since each has 30 points.

“I hope our players are ready mentally and physically, I have faith in all players and confident they will perform well”.

He added: “the team with concentration more and less mistakes will win”.

Our player Ahmed Jamil who accompanied the coach in the press conference said: “The match is important for us; we are looking forward to win and collect the three points. The game will not be easy, because it is against a strong team, we are ready for the match, and we will do everything we have to achieve the desired result.”

Shabab Alahli raised its tally to 30 points in the third place, after winning guest, Al-Orouba 3-1, in the 16th matchweek of the ADNOC Professional League, at Rashid Stadium.

Al-Orouba scored the first goal through Saeed Obeid in the 13th minute, and Mehdi Qayedi scored the equalizer in the 20th minute, in the second half Cartabia scored the second goal in the “64th” minute, and Mohamed Marzouq added the third goal in the “76th” minute.

Shabab Alahli starting lineup included: Majed Nasser, Mohammad Marzouk, Walid Abbas, Abdelaziz Haikal, Badr Nasser, Abdellah Al-Naqbi, Ahmed Nour Allah, Mehdi Qayedi, Cartabia, Hareb Abdellah, Mohammad Juma Eid.

Second half witnessed four changes as, Mohammad Juma Eid, Hareb Abdellah, Cartabia, and Abdellah Al-Naqbi, were replaced by, Yahya Al-Ghassani, Guillerme, Gustavo and Sultan Ali.

Speaking at the prematch press conference, our head coach Mahdi Ali, emphasized the importance of the match against Ajman in 15th matchweek of the Adnoc pro league, at Rashid Bin Saeed Stadium on 11 February 8:00 pm, describing the opponent as strong side.

He said: “Ajman is well organized team and they are doing well, they won Alnasr at their home ground last match, we need to focus and fight hard for 90 minutes to get the result we are looking for”.

Mahdi called upon his players to focus more, and give all what they have to secure the three point, he disclosed that the team will miss Haikal and Alnaqbi who are suspended, and Majed Hassan, Abdelaziz Sanqour, Ahmed Jamil and Omer Abdelrahman due to injuries.

Mohamed Jaber who accompanied the coach in the press conference said: “we are expecting tough match against Ajman, like all other matches in Adnoc pro league, the team is fully prepared for the game, and we are keen to win and collect three points”.

Shabab Alahli raised its tally to 26 points and moved to the 3rd place, after beating Emirates fc 2-1, in the matchweek 14 of the ADNOC Professional League, at Rashid Stadium.

Shabab Alahli took the lead earlier through Cartabia, in the 13th minute, after brilliant pass from new singing Thomas Olsen.

Two minutes after the break, Thomas Olsen extend the lead by scoring the second goal, while the Emirates reduced the deficit in the 72nd minute by Reyes.

In the last minutes, the referee awarded a penalty after Cartabia being fouled in the area, Cartabia failed to convert the penalty to goal, and the match ended 2-1.

Shabab Alahli lineup included, Majed Nasser, Mohammad Jaber, Walid Abbas, Badr Nasser, Abdelaziz Haikal, Abdellah Al-Naqbi, Ahmed Nour Allah, Cartabia, Guillermi DaSilva, Hareb Abdellah, Thomas Olsen.

The second half, witnessed three changes as Guillermi, Hareb Abdellah and cartabia, were replaced by Yahya Al-Ghassani, Mehdi Qayedi and Gostavo.

Speaking at the post press conference, our head coach Mahdi Ali stated that the result is positive and keep the hopes alive in the league title, noting that winning is important for the team moral.

Mahdi expressed his happiness for Thomas and Cartabia who scored the two goals of the match, adding that the team created many chances and could have scored more goals.

Shabab Alahli Football Company announced singing of the two Brazilian players, Gustavo Oliveira 19-year-old, from Club Sport Recife, and Kayque Soares 18-year-old. Both were registered within the resident category.

The contract with the players comes with the contribution and sponsorship of the club’s strategic partner and platinum sponsor, AW Rostamani Group – Nissan, which aims to support the team in the current season 2021-2022.

Sponsoring the deal of the two players comes within the framework of partnership with the sport clubs and private sectors to developing capabilities to achieve the highest levels of excellence in sport sector.

On the side the club expressed its gratitude to the AW Rostamani Group – Nissan, in appreciation of its continuous support for sports and athletes, and its keenness to cooperate with the club, to contribute, with other sponsors, in achieving remarkable successes for the first football team and the under 21 years team.

Shabab Alahli club in collaboration with UAE Pro League, organized media training workshop for the academy players on, attended by and their technical and administrative staff, in the presence of Mr. Antar Marzouq the academy chairman.

The workshop organized at the premises of the club in Al mamzer, as per UAE and AFC club Licensing Regulations for the season 2021-2022.

The lectures covered topics such as handling the different types of media outlets and the standards for live and pre-recorded TV interviews. The lectures also touched on the importance of media in a player’s career, handling social media networks and other relevant topics.

Shabab Alahli raised its tally to 23 points and moved to the 3rd place in ADNOC Professional League, after beating Khorfakkan 3-1, in the matchweek 13 at Rashid Stadium yesterday.

Omar Abdel-Rahman opened the score for Shabab Alahli after 26 minutes of the start, to give his side a lead in the first half.

Ten minutes after the break Kharfakan equalized by own goal when Walid Abbas tried to clear the ball, but he sent it in the back of the net.

In the 58th Guliherme Bala scored the 2nd goal, while the substitute Yahya Alghasani made it 3-1 in the last minutes of the match.

Shabab Alahli starting lineup included: Majed Nasser, Mohammad Marzouq, Walid Abbas, Abdelaziz Haikal, Badr Nasser, Abdellah Al-Naqbi, Aziz Janiev, Harib Abdellah, Omar Abdel Rahman, Guliherme Bala and Mohammad Juma.

In the second half Omar Abdel Rahman, Mohammad Juma, and Guliherme Bala, were replaced by Hamdan Hamid, Eid Khamis and Yahya Alghassani.

Shabab Alahli head Coach Mahdi Ali and our player Eid Khamis held the prematch press conference, heading to the matchweek 13 of the Adnoc pro league, at Rashid Stadium on Tuesday 05:00 pm.

Mahdi Ali assured that the team is fully ready for the next match, indicating that the match is very important for Shabab Alahli specially after the team lost against Baniyas in the last league match.

He said: “we have no other option than winning the game,

we need to win the match to deficit the gap with the table leader and maintain our hope alive”.

Mahdi disclosed that they will miss the services of 8 players who will not be available for the match, “Ahmed Khalil, Majed Hassan, Igor Jesus and Hamdan Al-Kamali due to injuries, while Carlos Eduardois suspended, Ahmed Jamil and Salmeen Khamis, who were injured in the Super match”.

Eid Khamis who accompanied the coach in the press conference said: “the match will not be easy, our opponent is strong team, we will give everything we have to achieve a positive result, I hope that we can come back to winning ways.”

Shabab Alahli head Coach Mahdi Ali assured that his team is ready to face Aljazira in the super cup match, at Hazza bin Zayed Stadium on Friday 7:45 pm.

Speaking at the prematch press conference, Mahdi Ali stated that super cup is very important for Shabab Alahli as the first championship in the season, adding that they are the title holders and looking forward to win the cup again.

He said: “cup finals are very special, such games need more focus and both teams know each other”.

Regarding the absence of some key players, Mahdi said: “we will miss some players, but the team will not be affected, I have faith in all my players”.

Majed Nasser who accompanied the coach in the press conference said: “I am happy to play Super Cup, we are prepared well for the match, both teams knows each other well, the most important thing is to fight for winning, we will give everything we have to win the championship”.

Shabab Alahli head Coach Mahdi Ali held the prematch press conference heading to the match against Ajman, in the second leg of the Professional Cup quarterfinals, at Rashid bin Saeed Stadium on Monday 7:30 pm.

Mahdi Ali stated that he is looking forward to getting positive result when facing Ajman in the second leg at their home ground, indicating that the opponent is strong team, that showed great performance in the last matches.

We must forget what happened in against Baniyas, and focus on the next match with Ajman, “we need to secure our place in the semifinal of the professional cup, we were the champions and have to fight to defend our title” he said.

Mahdi explained that the team will miss the services of more than 5 key players, he added: “some key players will be out of the action, but I have faith in all players and confident they will do their best to secure qualifying to the semifinal”.

Our player Mohamed Marzouq who accompanied the coach in the press conference said: “the match will not be easy; we have to focus on the next game against Ajman. We, as players, promise to give everything we have to achieve a result that qualifies the team to the semi-finals.”

Shabab Alahli qualified for the semi-final of the Professional Cup, after defeating host Ajman 1-0, in the 2nd leg of the quarter-final at Rashid bin Saeed Stadium.

Mehdi Qayedi scored the lone goal in the 32nd minute, with a powerful shot to give his side the lead in the first half, after the break Ajman tried to equalize but they failed to reach back of the net.

Shabab Alahli starting lineup included: Majed Nasser, Hamdan Al-Kamali, Mohammad Marzouq, Ahmed Abdellah Jamil, Abdelaziz Sanqour, Eid Khamis, Ahmed Nour Allah, Carlos Eduardo, Harib Abdellah, Mehdi Qayedi, Mohammad Juma Eid.

second half witnessed four changes as Salmin Khamis, Yuri Cesar, Aziz Janiev, Sultan Alireplaced Hamdan Al Kamali, Mohammad Juma Eid, Eid Khamis, and Carlos Eduardo.

speaking at the post match press conference, Mahdi Ali, the head coach of Shabab Alahli, thanked his players for their efforts, and praised their good performance, noting that the team missed more than eight players, but succeeded to qualify to the semifinal.

Mahdi Ali, Shabab Alahli head coach, confirmed the that his team is ready to face Baniyas in the 12th matchweek of the ADNOC Professional League at Baniyas Stadium on Thursday 7:30 pm.

Speaking at the prematch press conference, Mahdi described the match as important, noting that the opponent lost the previous round match, and they will do their best to come back to the winning ways.

He said, “we focus on the next match, we deal with the league matches step by step, and we think about each match and plan for it when the time comes.”

The coach explained that the team is progressing well, and they are keen to continue collecting more points, wishing the players success in the next match.

He added, “Omar Abdel-Rahman is still recovering from the injury, and Majed Hassan was injured in the last match, Abdellah Al-Naqbi is suspended and will not be available alongside with Igor Jesus, who underwent surgery.

Our player Ahmed Abdellah Jamil, who accompanied the coach at the press conference, said: “We are playing an important and difficult match against a strong opponent, and will do our best to win”.

Mahdi Ali, head coach of Shabab Alahli, emphasized on the importance of the next match in the matchweek 11 of the Adnoc Pro League against Aldhafra, at Rashid Stadium on 26 December 17: 00 pm, statin that it will not be an easy game.

speaking at the pre match press conference, Mahdi pointed out that the team is prepared well for the next game, and they are looking forward to getting positive result and deficit the gab with the table leader.

Regarding the available players for the match, he said: “will miss Eduardo, Igor and Ammory due to injuries and Abdellah Alnagbi “suspended” but I have faith in all players”.

Mahdi stated that his team won the last game against Aldhafra in the cup and qualified to the quarterfinal of the UAE President’s cup, adding that next match is different, and they need to win again.

Yahya Alghassani who accompanied the coach in the press conference said: “next match is totally different from the previous one we won in the cup, the game will not be easy, I hope we can win again in the league, we play every match with full concentration and always do our best to win”.

Shabab Alahli qualified to the quarterfinals, for the UAE President’s Cup quarterfinals, after beating host Al Dhafra 1-0 at Hamdan Bin Zayed Stadium, the goal scored by Hamdan Al Kamali from penalty spot in the 20th minute.

Shabab Alahli started the match offensively searching for early goal, creating some chances but failed to reach the back of the net.

after 15 minutes from the start of the match, Omar Abdel-Rahman suffered an injury and replaced by the Brazilian Yuri Cesar.

Mehdi Qayedi got penalty after being fouled inside the box, Hamdan Al-Kamali converted penalty to goals in the 20th minute to give his team three points.

Shabab Alahli starting lineup included: Majed Nasser, Mohammad Marzouk, Hamdan Al-Kamali, Walid Abbas, Ahmed Abdellah Jamil, Abdellah Al-Naqbi, Ahmed Nour Allah, Omar Abdel-Rahman, Harib Abdellah, Mehdi Qayedi, Yahya Al-Ghasani.

The match witnessed four substitutions, Omar Abdel Rahman, Yahya Al Ghassani, Hareb Abdellah, Mehdi Qayedi, replaced by Yuri Cesar, Ahmed Khalil, Mohammad Jumaa, Aziz Janif

Mahdi Ali, head coach of Shabab Alahli, assured that his team is ready for the round 16 match of the President’s cup against Aldhafra, at Hamdan Bin Zayed Stadium on 22 December 16: 50 pm

Speaking at the pre match press conference, Mahdi stated that the team is prepared well for the important match, and all the players are available except Carlos Eduardo and Igor Jesus for injuries.

He said: “the president’s cup is very special for us as it holds the name of H.H UAE president, we are the title holder and looking forward to qualifying to the next round and defend our title”.

He added: “the match will not be easy as we will face strong opponent at their home ground, Aldhafra is good team, after they changed the technical staff the team improved a lot, we know the team well and will do our best to win”.

Walid Abbas who attended the press conference with the coach said: “It is tough match against Al Dhafra, the cup matches are always difficult, especially since the round of 16 is knockout one match, and therefore we must fight hard to win and qualify to the quarterfinal”.

Mahdi Ali, head coach of Shabab Alahli, held the pre match press conference, heading to the quarter final match of the Professional League cup against Ajman, at Rashid Stadium on Friday at 6:00 pm, he was accompanied by our player Ahmed Abdellah Jamil.

Mahdi Ali stated that the team is ready for this important match against Ajman in the first leg, pointing out that they will do their best to achieve positive result.

He said: “we prepared the team well during the break, playing two friendly games, we gave chance to the players who are not playing regularly, and also some young players participated in the two matches and performed well”.

Regarding the readiness of the players, Mahdi disclosed that Ahmed khalil is still recovering and will not be available, alongside with Abdellah Al Naqbi who is suspended.

On the other side Ahmed Abdellah Jamil said: “it is important match for us, will fight hard to collect the three points, we know that there is second leg match in our opponent home ground, we are keen to give all what we have”

The Club’s platinum sponsor and luxury lifestyle partner, OMNIYAT renewed its sponsorship following the signing of an extension for their partnership agreement for 2021-2022 season.

Under the partnership agreement, OMNIYAT continues to be the luxury lifestyle partner and sponsor various sports teams in the club and becomes one of the sponsors for Shabab Al Ahli first football team.

The agreement comes as part of a move to integrate the roles between economic institutions in the state and sports clubs, with the aim to raise the capabilities of the clubs and to provide them with the necessary support to achieve set goals, and further milestones to advance the UAE’s position globally. This comes in line with the leadership’s interest in providing continuous care and support to national sports and athletes.

Mr. Mahdi Amjad, Founder and Executive Chairman of OMNIYAT, said: “As one of the UAE’s largest and deeply-rooted clubs, our partnership with Shabab Al Ahli confirms our commitments to venture into broader investments. OMNIYAT has the honour to cooperate with the club and strengthen its position to accomplish more achievements in the future, further promoting the club’s journey as well as the Emirati sporting scene. OMNIYAT considers Shabab Al Ahli a strategic partner that embodies the OMNIYAT promise of lasting excellence and iconic projects.”

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Shabab Alahli drew 1-1 with the host Al-Nasr, in the matchweek 10 of the ADNOC Professional League, at Al Maktoum Stadium, the result saw the two teams with 17 points, Shabab Alahli ranked 3rd and Al-Nassr in the 4th place.

Two teams played goalless draw in the first half, while Substitute Mahdi Qayedi opened the score for Shabab Alahli in the 64th minute.

Al-Nasr scored the equalizer through Portuguese Tozi from the penalty spot in the 86th minute.

Shabab Alahli lineup included: Majed Nasser, Muhammad Marzouk, Hamdan Al-Kamali, Walid Abbas, Abdelaziz Haikal, Abdellah Al-Naqbi, Ahmed Nour Allah, Yahya Alghasani, Hareb Abdellah, Yuri Cesar, Mohammad Jumaa Eid.

The second half witnessed three changes as Mohammad Jumaa Eid, Yuri Cesar, Yahya Alghassani, replaced by Omar Abdel Rahman, Mahdi Qayedi and Eid Khamis.

Speaking at the pre match press conference, Mahdi Ali, head coach of Shabab Alahli, confirmed his team’s readiness to face Al-Nasr in the matchweek 10 of the ADNOC Professional League, at Al Maktoum Stadium on Sunday at 8:15

He stated that the match is very important against Al-Nasr which is considered one of the best clubs in the league, expecting tough match between two big teams, confirming that each team will do the best to win.

Mahdi spoke about the break during FIFA days, he said: “during the break we had the chance to prepare our players who are not playing regularly, also some young players participated in the friendly match. On the other hand, we missed the national team players.”

The coach pointed out that Omar Abdel Rahman continued training with the team and participated in the last friendly match against Dibba Al-Hisn, noting that Amouri will be available for the next match, on the other hand Majed Hassan and Ahmed Khalil will miss the match.

Our player Eid Khamis, who accompanied the coach at the press conference, said: “The match is important for us, and we will fight to achieve a positive result. Al Nasr is a great team, they are one of the strong teams in the league, we are ready for the important match”.

Shabab Al Ahli could hold top-of-the-standings Al Ain to a 1-1 draw at Rashid stadium in the eighth week of ADNOC Pro League.

Having racked up 17 points in seven weeks, Al Ain went into the game hoping they can flee away with the standings’ top spot they have kept for several weeks, especially, after Al Jazira’s win over Baniyas yesterday left then only one point behind Al Ain.

Most of the first half’s action took place in the last five minutes when Kouame Autonne put the visitors ahead with a goal in the 44th minute two minutes before Eduardo leveled the score for Shabab Al Ahli in the first minute of the added time.

The draw enabled Al Ain to keep the standing’s lead for a further week as they earned their 18th point; two points clear of closest chasers Al Jazira, whereas Shabab Al Ahli remained in third place on 15 points.

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A stubborn Ittihad Kalba once again denied strong Shabab Al Ahli vital points with a goalless draw in early Round Nine action of the ADNOC Pro League, on Tuesday.

Needing an outright win to keep pace with the top two teams – Al Ain and Al Jazira – Shabab Al Ahli were pushed on the backfoot through long spates of the match by a well-organised and disciplined Ittihad Kalba.

Of late, Ittihad Kalba have shown tremendous improvement with the highlight coming in last week’s Round Eight following a 3-0 win against Al Nasr at their Maktoum Stadium.

The one point kept the visiting Shabab Al Ahli on the tail of the top two teams as they went up to 16 points, while Ittihad Kalba continued their steady improvement with eleven points to their name.

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Shabab Al Ahli Dubai fought back from a goal down to register a 2-1 win against visiting Al Jazira in late night seventh round action of the UAE ADNOC Pro League, on Friday.

Young Abdullah Ramadan gave the visitors the lead in the 15th minute when he sent in a deft left-footed placement to the right of goalkeeper Majed Nasser after being fed by Ali Mabkhout.

Denied an Abdullah Al Naqbi goal in the 31st minute after being judged off-side, Shabab Al Ahli bagged the equalizer in the 39th minute when Yuri Cesar volleyed home at the far post from a corner kick.

Shabab Al Ahli scored a second in the 72nd minute after Ahmad Noorollah found his way past Ali Khasief after being fed by Carlos Eduardo.

The home team then sat back and soaked in the attacks from Al Jazira to bag the vital home win that took them past Al Jazira into second place with 14 points.

Al Ain are at the top of the standings with 17 points following their 2-0 win against Al Wasl, on Thursday.

Speaking at the prematch press conference, our head coach Mahdi Ali, stated that he respects Alwasl and know that they will face strong opponent and the match will be tough, when two teams meet in the 5th matchweek of ADNOC Prof League, at Zabeel Stadium at on Tuesday.

The coach revealed that his team had not trained fully since the beginning of the league due to absence of the national team players, indicating that the team played two difficult games against Sharjah and Al Wahda, and will face big teams in the next two rounds, Al Jazeera and Al Ain.

Mahdi disclosed that the continuous change in the team’s lineup is necessary, since the team is participating in five competitions, he said: “We need all players to be ready, we are trying to give chances to all of them”.

Regarding the next break following Alwasl match, Mahdi said: “We have a pre-set program, we will play a friendly match on October 12, and we plan to use this period to prepare the team well.”

Our rising star Mohamed Jumaa Eid who accompanied the coach at the press conference said: “the match is very important for us, and we are looking forward to getting the three points, will fight hard to achieve the desired result. We will do our best throughout 90 minutes and will give all what we have to make our fans happy”.

Shabab Alahli and Al-Orouba shared spoils after draw 1-1 in 3th matchweek of ADNOC Professional League, at Fujairah Stadium on Saturday.

The result saw that, Shabab Alahli in the third place with seven points, while Al-Oruba, collected their first point in the bottom of the table.

Shabab Alahli started the match with massive striker searching for an early, the first serious attempt came in the 22nd minute from the Iranian Ahmed Nour Allah, with a powerful shot from outside the box that hit the crossbar and pounced to Igor headed in the hands of the goalkeeper.

After several attempts Shabab Alahli succeeded to open the score through the Brazilian Carlos Eduardo in 28th.eleven minutes from visitor’s goal Ahmed Moussa scored the equalizer for the host.

In the second half Shabab Alahli intensified its attempts to score more goals, Igor Jesus had good chance to reach the back of the net, but his shot went over in the 78th minute. The last ten minutes witnessed more attack from Shabab Alahli, through Hareb Abdellah and Mehdi Qayedi but they fail to score until the final whistle.

Shabab Alahli lineup included: Majed Nasser, Walid Abbas, Hamdan Al-Kamali, Abdelaziz Heikal, Abdelaziz Sanqour, Majed Hassan, Ahmed Nour Allah, Mehdi Qayedi, Mohammad Juma Eid, Carlos Eduardo and Igor Jesus.

In the second half, Shabab Alahli coach Mahdi Ali made four substitutions, Majed Hassan, Abdelaziz Sanqour, Mohammad Gomaa, Ahmed Nour Allah, were replaced by Abdellah Al-Naqbi, Youssef Jaber, Hareb Abdellah, and Yuri Cesar.

speaking at the post match press conference, Mahdi Ali, the head coach of Shabab Alahli, explained that his team was looking to achieve a better result, but came out with a draw, he said: “We did not deal with the match well in the first, we missed easy chances in the second half. My thanks to the players for what they did. Al-Oruba played with a good defensive organization with counterattacks. We must forget this match and focus on the next game against Sharjah.”

Mahdi Ali, the head coach of Shabab Alahli, assured that his team is ready to face Al-Orouba, in the third round of the ADNOC Professional League, at Fujairah Stadium at 6:45 p.m. next Saturday, accompanied by Yahya Al-Ghasani.

Speaking at the prematch press conference, Mahdi stressed the importance of the away, against a team with high ambition, hoping that the players will succeed in achieving a positive result, noting that the opponent is returning from a defeat and will try to do their best to get the points.

He said: “The match will not be easy, we hope we can name the best starting lineup that can help in achieving our goal”.

The coach explained that he had hoped that the competition would continue without stopping because he had two new players, Ahmed Nour and Mehdi gayedi, who recently joined the team and trained for a short period, before leaving for national team duty, promising to prepare them well for the upcoming matches.

He said, “The national team players were not with us when we started our preparations, they joined the team after three weeks and did not participate with us in full friendly matches.” “.

From his side our player Yahya Al-Ghasani said: “We are back in the league after the international break. I hope to continue winning after two consecutive wins in the previous two rounds”.

Dubai, 3rd September, 2021 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, congratulated the Shabab Al Ahli Football Club for winning the UAE President’s Cup, 50th Cup and UAE Super Cup during the 2020-2021 sports season.

This came while His Highness received the Shabab Al Ahli Football Club team, the Club’s technical and administrative staff as well as board members, in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Board of the Shabab Al Ahli Football Club.

His Highness said that such achievements are made possible through hard work, preparation and determination.

He praised the team’s spirit of unity and the concerted efforts of the administrative and technical staff as well as role played by the strategic partners of the Club, which enabled the Club to make these victories.

His Highness stressed the importance of the youth and sports sector and the need to double efforts to ensure local and national teams can continue to make more achievements and further raise the country’s profile in international sports events.

Sheikh Mohammed wished the team best of luck in future competitions, especially as they are tasked to maintain the same achievements.

The reception was attended by Deputy Chairman of Dubai Sports Council Mattar Mohammed Al Tayer and Chairman of Protocols for the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE Khalifa Saeed Sulaiman; in addition to members of the Club’s board.

At the end of the reception, H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid and H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed took a commemorative photo with the Club’s team, board members, and staff as well as the Club’s sponsors including: Khalid Al Rostamani, Chairman of AW Rostamani Group; Moafaq Al Gaddah, Chairman of MAG Group; Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Chairman of Mai Dubai; Mohammad Baker, Deputy Chairman & CEO of Gulf Marketing Group; Hesham Abdulla Al Qassim, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Emirates NBD Bank; Marwan Ibrahim Haji Nasser, Chairman and Managing Director of Al Tadawi Healthcare Group; Mahdi Amjad, Founder and Executive Chairman of Omniyat Group; and Rashed Al Awadhi, General Manager, Real Estate Development at wasl Group.

Mahdi Ali the head coach of Shabab Alahli, held the prematch press conference heading to the matchweek 2 in ADNOC pro league, against Ajman on Wednesday 7:15 at Rashid stadium, he was accompanied by our player Yahya Alghassani

Mahdi explained that Ajman is in high moral after winning Al-Nasr 3-0 in the first match, he stressed that there is no weak team in the league, “all are trying their best to win, I believe that there is no big difference between teams and expecting tough competition this season,” said Mahdi.

He added: “we are keen to prepare all the players, Ahmed Khalil was ready in the first match, but he got an injury we hope he will back soon, Ahmed Nour had 4 trainings with us, while Mehdi Ghayedi joined the team recently and will play when he is ready.”

Yahya Al-Ghasani said: “Our next match against Ajman is one of the difficult matches and we are ready to give our best and fight to with Ajman team is coming from a big victory over Al-Nasr, and we know they will try their best to continue winning”.

Yahya Al-Ghasani said: “Our next match against Ajman is one of the difficult matches and we are ready to fight for the three points”.

Shabab Alahli raised its tally to six points, after registering the second win in a row, over Ajman, 1-0 in the 2nd matchweek of ADNOC Professional League, at Rashid Stadium.

Shabab Alahli’s lone goal scored by Brazilian Igor Jesus, in the 17th minute.

Shabab Alahli lineup included: Majed Nasser, Mohammad Marzouq, Walid Abbas, Hamdan Al-Kamali, Abdul Aziz Haikal, Majed Hassan, Abdullah Al-Naqbi, Carlos Eduardo, Mohammad Juma Eid, Yuri Cesar and Igor Jesus.

Mahdi Ali the head coach of Shabab Alahli made three substitutions in the second half, Ahmed Nour, Mehdi Ghayedi and Eid Khamis, replaced Yuri Cesar, Mohamed Juma and Majed Hassan.

AW ROSTAMANI the main Sponsor for Shabab Alahli Club celebrated the achievement of the club for the last season 2020-2021, after the first football team won three titles, included UAE President’s cup, Arabian Gulf Super Cup and Arabian Gulf Cup.

HE Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, member of Shabab Alahli board of directors, shared the win with Khalid Abdul Wahid Al Rostamani, chairman and CEO of AW Rostamani Group.

the ceremony took place, on the side-lines of renewing the sponsorship contract for the upcoming season 2021-2022, with the participation of Mahdi Ali the head coach and players, Majid Nasser, Carlos Eduardo, Yahya Al Ghassani, Walid Hussein and Salmeen Khamis.

Khalid Abdul Wahid Al Rostamani, Chairman and CEO of the Group said: “We are delighted to announce that Abdul Wahid Al Rostamani Group will be the Main Sponsor of the Shabab Al-Ahli Club for the second consecutive year. Our sponsorship comes as a recognition of the club’s exceptional performance and the shared objective to encourage, empower and uplift the country’s youth through competitive sports”.

He added: “The club has continuously raised the level of sportsmanship in Dubai from a global perspective, in line with the aspirations of the Emirate’s wise leadership over the past half-century. Together, we are on the path towards the next 50”.

HE Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, member of Shabab Alahli board of directors, praised AWR Group, the main sponsor of the Club, expressing his gratitude to AWR Group for celebrating the achievements of the first team, noting that AWR Group is strategic partner, supporting the first team throughout the last season.

He said: “We are happy to continue this successful partnership and looking forward to continue working together to get more achievements in the future.”

Shabab Alahli will start their Arab Gulf League campaign for the new sports season 2021-2-22 by facing the newly promoted Emirates FC, in the first matchweek on t 19 and 20 August, according to the draw conducted by the UAE Professional League, our team will play against Ajman in the 2nd matchweek on 25 or 26 August.

The league matches will continue in September 2021, with four matchweeks, on 10 and 11, 16, 17 and 18, 23 and 24, 28 and 29 September, followed by the national team gathering, while two rounds will be played in October 21, 22 and 23, and October 28 and 29.

The matches of the 9th matchweek is scheduled November 2 and 3, 2021, followed by the third gathering of the first national team, and 10th matchweek on November 20 and 21, while 11th round will be played on December 25 and 26, 2021, and 12th matchweek on December 30 and 31, 2021, the first round concludes on January 6 and 7, 2022.

the Arab Gulf Cup, will start on October 15 and 16, 2021, while the Arabian Gulf Super Cup match, between Shabab Alahli, the champion of the President’s Cup and Al Jazira, the champion of the Arab Gulf League, will be held on January 10, 2022.

Shabab Alahli clinch their 10th title in the President’s cup, after defeating Al Nasr 2-1 in the final at Hazza bin Zayed Stadium in Al Ain.

Shabab Alahli players received gold medals, in the presence of Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, President of the UAE Football Association, Ibrahim Abdul Malik, Vice President of Shabab Alahli Football Company, Mohammad Abdullah Hazam Al Dhaheri, Secretary General of the Football Association, and Ahmed Bin Darwish, Member of the Board of directors in UAEFA, head of the competitions committee.

Federico Cartabia opened the score for Shabab Alahli from a penalty spot, and Mehdi Obeid equalized for Al Nasr in the second half, in the injury time Cartabia scored again from penalty spot to give his side the winning.

Speaking at the post match press conference, Mahdi Ali, Shabab Alahli head coach started by sending his gratitude to to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

He added: “Congratulations to His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Shabab Alahli Club, and His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Board of Directors, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the Football Company of Shabab Alahli.”

He added: “we thank God for the third achievement in this exceptional season, and these achievements came as a result of tireless teamwork and the solidarity of all members of the club, my congratulations to His Excellency Khalifa Suleiman, and all members of the board of directors”.

Mahdi pointed out that he will discuss the needs of the team for the next season with the technical committee and see how to prepare the team for the local and continental competitions.

Speaking at the prematch press conference, Mahdi Ali, Shabab Alahli head coach, stressed the importance of the match against Al Nasr in the President’s Cup Final, at Hazza Bin Zayed stadium tomorrow 7:35 pm, adding that the match will not be easy for the two teams.

Mahdi Ali explained that they need to be ready psychologically, physically, and technically for the big clash, he admitted that the game needs more concentration and focus, adding that each team will do his best to win and be the champion of the cup that has the beloved name of His Highness, Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan the President of the UAE.

“We hope to win this precious trophy to finish the season in the right way, I think the team that more will win, we prepared the players well for the match and we have no injuries,” said Mahdi.

He added: “Am concentrating on my team and how to prepare the players for the final, regardless of what is happening in the other side with our opponent that may miss some key players, am happy to see fans coming back again and looking forward to make them happy”.

Carlos Eduardo who accompanied the coach in the press conference said: “the key for tomorrow’s match is work, we worked hard last week, and are fully ready, we did not start the season well, but with Mahdi everything changed and we achieved two cups, I have good memories in this stadium, and hope to make new memories tomorrow”.

Speaking at the prematch press conference, Mahdi Ali Shabab Alahli head coach, assured that his team is ready for the last match of the Arabian Gulf League on Tuesday, against Alnasr at Al Maktoum Stadium.

Mahdi stated that the match is last in the Arabian Gulf League, and they must fight to get positive result, with good performance, hoping that the match will be the best conclusion for team’s journey in the league.

Mahdi considered the match as part of preparation for the President’s Cup final with Alnasr on May 16th, explaining that he will rest some players and give chances to other players.

Ahmed Jamil: “The match is the last for us in the Arabian Gulf League, and we look forward to giving our best, we are keen to continue winning, we respect our opponent and we will do everything we have to achieve a result Positive”.

Shabab Alahli moved to the 4th place with 47, after 3-0 win over Al Wasl, in the 25th matchweek of the Arabian Gulf League at Rashid Stadium on Friday night.

Youssef Jaber opened the score for Shabab Alahli in the 12th minute, from a penalty spot, Carlos Eduardo made it 2-0 in the 30th minute, while Hareb Abdullah added the third goal in the 38th minute.

Shabab Alahli lineup included: Majid Nasser, Walid Abbas, Hamdan Al-Kamali, Youssef Jaber, Ahmed Abdellah Jamil, Majed Hassan, Adiljon, Jalaluddin Masharipov, Carlos Eduardo, Harib Abdullah, and Igor Jesus.

Mahdi Ali made five substitutions in the second half, Yuri Caesar, Saud Abdelrazzaq, Saeed Ahmed, Mohammad Jaber, and Abdelaziz Sanqour, replaced Harib Abdellah, Majid Hassan, Igor Jesus, Youssef Jaber and Walid Abbas.

Speaking at the post match press conference, Mahdi Ali, the head coach of Shabab Alahli, said he is satisfied with the result and the performance of the players, stating that his team scored three goals in the first half to kill the match, he added: “In the second half, we rested some players, We have some chances but failed to score more goals, which is important is to win and move one step forward in the ranking.

Mahdi Ali commented on the injury of Igor Jesus, indicating that it is minor injury that occurred in the in the Istiklol match match in the AFC Champions League, and it was repeated today, stressing that it is not serious.

Shabab Alahli returned to Dubai with a point, after their match against host Aljazira ended 1-1, in the matchweek of the Arabian Gulf League, at Mohammed Bin Zayed Stadium.

Shabab Alahli raised its tally to 33 points in 4th place, while Aljazira continued to lead with 41 points.

The first half ended with a goalless draw, and Carlos Eduardo scored the first goal for Shabab Alahli in the 60th minute, after a wonderful teamwork, and the team kept its lead until the end of 90 minutes.

In the injury time Aljazira scored the equalizer from a free kick through Milos, to give his side a valuable point, and Shabab Alahli completed the match with ten players after Majed Hassan was sent off in the 90th minute.

Shabab Alahli lineup included: Majed Nasser, Mohammad Marzouq, Hamdan Al-Kamali, Abdel Aziz Heikal, Abdel Aziz Sanqour, Majed Hassan, Abdellah Al-Naqbi, Jalaluddin Masharibov, Carlos Eduardo, Yahya Al-Ghassani and Igor Jesus.

The new singing Uzbek, Adiljon and Saeed Ahmed replaced Yahya Al-Ghassani and Abdulaziz Sanqour in the second half.

Speaking at the post match press conference, Mahdi Ali, head coach of Shabab Alahli, congratulated Aljazeera for winning a point, indicating that it strengthened their chances of winning the league title, adding that his team performed well and fought hard to win.

Mahdi explained that Shabab Alahli has a match every three days, while their opponent enjoys a longer period of rest, pointing out that the match referee ignored clear foul for Shabab Alahli and returned to award Al-Jazira a free kick to score the equalizer in the injury time.

Shabab Alahli U-21 team was crowned champion of the Arab Gulf League U-21 years, after toping the league table with 56 points.

Shabab Alahli won the title one round before the end of the competition, when they beat Al Wasl 2-1, while the team members received the cup and gold medals after the last match in the competition against Al-Nasr, which ended 1-1 at Maktoum Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium.

The crowning ceremony took place in the presence of Ibrahim Abdul-Malik, vice chairman of Shabab Alahli football company, Issa bin Sabt and Antar Marzouq.

During the tournament, the team played 26 games, won 17 of them, drew in five matches and lost four times, scored 62 goals, and conceded 32 goals.

رديف شباب الأهلي يتوج بطلاً لدوري تحت 21 سنة

توج فريق شباب الأهلي تحت 21 سنة بطلاً لبطولة دوري الخليج العربي تحت 21 سنة، وذلك بعد ان تصدر البطولة برصيد 56 نقطة متفوقاً على العين أقرب المنافسين بثلاث نقاط.

وكان شباب الأهلي حسم اللقب قبل جولة واحدة على نهاية المنافسة، عندما تفوق على الوصل بهدفين لهدف، فيما جرت مراسم التتويج بعد المباراة الأخيرة في المسابقة أمام النصر والتي انتهت بالتعادل بهدف لكل باستاد مكتوم بن راشد آل مكتوم.

وتسلم لاعبو الفريق الميداليات الذهبية وكأس البطولة، بحضور ابراهيم عبدالملك نائب رئيس شركة كرة القدم، وعيسى بن سبت وعنتر مرزوق، وسط فرحة كبيرة احتفالاً بالانجاز الكبير.

ولعب الفريق خلال البطولة 26 مباراة، حقق الفوز في 17 منها، وتعادل في خمس مباريات فيما خسر أربع مرات، وسجل اللاعبون 62 هدفاً، فيما استقبلت الشباك 32 هدفاً.

Mahdi Ali Shabab Alahli head coach, held prematch press conference, heading to the matchweek 24 of the Arabian Gulf League, against Baniyas at Baniyas Stadium on Monday.

Mahdi admitted that they are facing strong team that showed good character this season, pointing out that they will try their best to get the three points, as they are competing for the league title.

The coach disclosed that his team will miss two key players as Mohamed Marzouq and Igor are suspended, promising to do his best to get the desired result.

“we are looking forward to continue achieving positive results, and maintain our current position, we are facing some challenges regarding the readiness of the players due to the number of matches we played but will do my best to select the starting 11,” said Mahdi.

On the other hand, Abdellah Alnaqbi said: “it is very important match for us, we are looking forward to getting positive result, against one of the best teams of the league in the current season, we have to respect our opponent, and fight to come back with the three points”.