Category : Sports
Brazil qualify for 2026 World Cup after narrow win over Paraguay
Brazil has officially qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a 1-0 victory over Paraguay in a South American qualifier held at the Neo Química Arena in São Paulo. The win, witnessed by over 45,000 fans in cool winter conditions, confirms Brazil’s place in the tournament, which will be jointly hosted by......
FIA confirms 2026 calendar with strong Middle East presence
The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has confirmed the global calendar for its major world championships in 2026, reinforcing the Middle East’s role as a key destination for international motorsport. The announcements were made during the FIA World Motor Sport Council meeting in Macau, led by FIA President Mohammed Ben......
Japan secures 2026 FIFA World Cup spot with victory over Bahrain
Japan secures its place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, defeating Bahrain 2-0. The Samurai Blue lead Group C and are the first team to qualify for the tournament....
Erling Haaland commits to Manchester City with new long-term deal
Manchester City has announced that striker Erling Haaland has signed a new contract extending his stay at the club until the summer of 2034. The 24-year-old Norwegian, who joined City from Borussia Dortmund in 2022, has scored 111 goals in 126 appearances for the club. Haaland’s previous contract was set to expire in......
Elena Rybakina set to defend Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open title in February
The Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open, a WTA 500 tennis tournament, has confirmed the return of reigning champion Elena Rybakina for its third edition, scheduled to take place from February 1 to 8, 2025, at the International Tennis Centre in Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi. Rybakina, currently ranked sixth in the world, will defend......
Abu Dhabi gears up for record-breaking Formula 1 Grand Prix
MENA Newswire News Desk: The Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is set to conclude the 2024 season, with all 10 teams now in place at the Yas Marina Circuit. The event marks the final race of a calendar-breaking year, following a swift transition from the Qatar Grand Prix, which saw Max Verstappen secure his ninth win......
Al Ain Club announces departure of coach Hernan Crespo, citing results
MENA Newswire News Desk: Al Ain Football Club has officially announced the departure of Argentine head coach Hernan Crespo and his entire technical team. The club cited disappointing results this season as the reason for the decision, which was agreed upon mutually by both parties. The Board of Directors at Al Ain Football Club Company......
Championship points on line for Abu Dhabi team in Norway
As the UIM F2 World Championship progresses, the Abu Dhabi Powerboat Team is preparing for a critical showdown in Tønsberg, Norway. This Saturday, they aim to clinch the “Fastest Lap” title, a key highlight of the event. Leading the team are the seasoned champions, Rashed Al Qemzi and Mansoor Al Mansoori, who previously secured......
Brazil’s bid stands out for 2027 women’s world cup hosting
The FIFA Congress, convening in Bangkok this week, is poised to select the host for the 2027 Women’s World Cup from a narrowed field of two contenders, as reported by the Associated Press on Thursday. Late last month, a joint bid from the United States and Mexico was withdrawn, and South Africa had already pulled......
Manchester City and Okx unveil exclusive digital jersey collection
OKX, a prominent global cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 technology company, alongside Manchester City, has initiated the ‘Unseen City Shirts’ campaign, unveiling redesigned football jerseys that enthusiasts can acquire as digital collectibles (NFTs) via the OKX app. The campaign introduces a novel approach to engaging global fans, offering exclusive prizes alongside these......