Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Abu Dhabi: Passionate fans throughout the region have been given the chance to be part of the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019, thanks to the successful Patrons Programme which has more than doubled in size since its launch.
The goodwill of a number of businesses and individuals has enabled children and young people as well as those who otherwise would not have had the opportunity to attend a number of live matches throughout the 28-day tournament.
Launched last month, the Patrons Programme has seen a growing number of key businesses pledge their support to work closely within their communities, donating matchday tickets.
Impressed with the impact of the Patrons Programme, the latest pledge has come from international UAE-based events company John Jossifakis Events & Productions, pledging over 2,000 tickets to others during the tournament. Owner, John Jossifakis, CSEP, commented: “Football is a sport that unites the world. It’s universal, like music. It’s a sport that brings communities together.
"I work in the entertainment business to make people happy and to provide people with unforgettable experiences. When I heard about the Patrons Programme I thought it was a great way to step up to the plate, get involved and give back to our community.”
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Abu Dhabi: Football fever is spreading throughout the United Arab Emirates, with iconic buildings being transformed and given vibrant makeovers to celebrate the highly-anticipated AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019.
Football fans in the UAE will now be greeted by grand footballing imagery ahead of the tournament which kicks off next month, when 24 nations compete for the most prestigious prize on the Continent in the biggest sporting event in West Asia.
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Abu Dhabi: Some of the greatest minds in world football will be fixing their sights on Asia’s ultimate prize as the anticipation builds towards the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019, which kicks off in just 15 days with hosts UAE taking on Bahrain at the Zayed Sports City Stadium.
The world’s second-oldest Continental football competition will welcome an all-star cast of head coaches who have enjoyed success on the world’s biggest stages with China PR’s Marcelo Lippi boasting the most impressive resume, having guided Italy to the 2006 FIFA World Cup title in Germany.
Coming in a close second is Philippines head coach Sven-Goran Eriksson who led England to two quarter-finals at the 2002 and 2006 FIFA World Cups while Islamic Republic of Iran’s head coach Carlos Queiroz has the honour of helping three teams qualify for the FIFA World Cup – South Africa, then with his native Portugal and twice with Team Melli in 2014 and 2018.
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Abu Dhabi: India were the first national team to arrive for the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 when they landed today in Abu Dhabi International Airport. The team were greeted with a fervent reception from their supporters thanks to a staggering 3.3 million Indian community who call the UAE home.
The Blue Tigers will be competing in the Continental showpiece for the fourth time in their history, having previously participated in the 1964, 1984 and 2011 editions.
Head coach Stephen Constantine had named a 34-man preliminary squad for the biggest-ever AFC Asian Cup which was trimmed to 28 before boarding the plane to Abu Dhabi. A final list of 23-players will be announced next week.
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Dubai: After travelling nearly 25,000km across several major Asian cities, the exquisite new AFC Asian Cup trophy has finally landed today in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates – one of the four host cities of the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019.
Finding its way to the Emirates Group HQ Building at the Dubai International Airport, the new silverware was greeted by representatives from the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), the UAE 2019 Local Organising Committee as well as long-time AFC partners, Emirates Airlines.
AFC Tournament Director Shin Man Gil said: “The trophy tour for the 17th edition of the AFC Asian Cup was truly an epic journey as this was the first time a new trophy has been commissioned in over 62 years of the tournament’s proud history.
Sat, 25 Sep, 2021
Abu Dhabi: More young females are taking up football with opportunities thriving throughout the UAE. This was the major takeaway as the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) delivered another coaching session for young girls in Abu Dhabi, showing first-hand the benefits of taking up the sport and inspiring the next generation of football stars.
Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Abu Dhabi: Excitement for the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 reached new levels with community ambassadors uniting to inspire each other and their countries ahead of the Continental showpiece, which kicks off in just 18 days when hosts UAE take on Bahrain at the Zayed Sports City Stadium on January 5, 2019.
Playmakers from the participating countries took part in the latest workshop on the AFC Asian Cup, which inspired everybody to reach new levels of enthusiasm thanks to a motivational opening from fellow Playmaker – life coach Farhad Kardan, who currently lives between the United Arab Emirates and Japan.
Throughout the afternoon, guests exchanged uplifting stories, competed against each other in a number of activities from the interactive roadshow before uniting to compete in a football friendly match.