Rashid Abdullah: Each Perfume has an Inspiring Story that Describes a Notable Milestone in the Club’s History

Yaqoub Al Hammadi: International Products Befitting Only the Boss Crest

We are Proud of our New Partnership and Committed to Boost Sponsorship of Al Ain TV Channel

Al Ain Club has announced the news on concluding a new partnership contract with the “Oud Beautique” Group specialized in producing the finest traditional Arabic perfumes.
Under this agreement, five new perfumes will be launched, holding the Al Ain Club logo on Monday 5th October 2020 to be available in the market, and the official club store, Al Ain Club announced.

The design of each perfume and its unique formula would tell the story of an important milestone in the history of the Club. The agreement also includes provisions for sponsoring the “Sabah Al-Ain” (Al Ain Morning” Program broadcasted weekly on Al Ain TV Channel.
Rashid Abdullah, Executive Director of the Al Ain Club Investment Company, expressed his pleasure to have “Oud Beautique” Group as a new sponsor of the Boss as of the new football season. He stated: “We are so pleased with our strategic partners and particularly the “Oud Beautique” as a new partner.”

“Al Ain Club Always shows interest in the high quality of products provided by our partners, seeking to excel in all areas. We adopt such a principle to be in line with the Club’s vision and strategic plans with sights set to provide the Ainawi Nation with exceptional services,” Rashid said.

Highlighting grounds for signing the partnership agreement, Rashid Abdullah said that Al Ain Club observed an immense desire to offer modern products that meet the Ainawi Nation’s aspirations, “considering that each one of these products has its unique idea.”

“Each one of these perfumes holding the Club’s crest presents a significant and inspiring story experienced by the Club through its history of impressive achievements.”

The Executive Director of the Al Ain Club Investment Company stated: “Each perfume represents a milestone in the history of Club’s journey, starting with the establishment year in 1968 marking the year of establishing one of the best Emirati and Asian clubs. The “1974” perfume marks the year of winning the first title in the ClubClub’s history. When it comes to the “2003” perfume, it marks the historical moment when the Boss clinched the title of the AFC Champions League, adding the first star to the Club’s badge. Those who see this star know really that the Boss is different.”

“The “2018” Perfume marks the year when the Boss achieved a new record locally and regionally to be the first Club to play the final match of the FIFA World Clubs Cup- UAE 2018. The last one is called “Al Jahili”, which tells the story of the Club’s crest.”

Rashid Abdullah sheds light on the Ainawi fans’ role in these significant achievements through their unlimited support. “This is why we have an agreement with the “Oud Beautique” Group to offer a 25% discount on each perfume for holders of the Ainawi Card.”

On his turn, Yaqoub Yousef Al Hammadi, Chairman of the Board of Directors of “Oud Beautique” Group, expressed his pride, honor, and a great pleasure for joining the partners of one of the most prominent and best Emirati and Asian football clubs ever.

Al Hammadi pointed out: “The name of the” global “Al Ain Club” motivates all large and prestigious companies to compete to conclude a partnership and sponsorship contract with the Club.”

“We could not find a big name that matches the high ambitions of our group better than the Boss’, given that the five perfumes are manufactured per the international specifications and by French experts and specialists, in addition to our Emirati expertise,” he said.

Al Hammadi went on to say: “We plan to have a partnership with the Boss that lasts for years to come. We do pledge to keep pace with the signs of development and produce the best global products consistent with our big Club’s aspirations and its loyal and grassroots and lovers of the Club worldwide. We wish the Boss all the best of luck and to win more titles.”

Al Hammadi pointed out that the partnership agreement entails providing a unique sponsorship for the “Sabah Al Ain” (Al Ain Morning) Program broadcasted weekly on Al Ain TV Channel.

He hailed the channel by saying, “It is unique with its content meant to keep pace with indicators of prestigious media development.”
Al Hammadi signed off, stressing that “our group looks to boosting its partnership with Al Ain TV Channel by sponsoring other programs as of launching its new programs that would be announced in the upcoming few days.”

(WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has congratulated the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdul Aziz, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of Saudi Arabia, on the occasion of kingdom’s 90th National Day.

Sheikh Hazza extended his heartfelt congratulations to King Salman, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and brotherly people of the Kingdom, wishing them further progress, prosperity, and lasting success.

(WAM) — Hosting the draw ceremony of the UAE President’s Cup and the First Division League at the theatre of the Department of Health-Abu Dhabi, signifies the UAE Football Association’s appreciation of the frontline healthcare heroes who’re working hard to combat the COVID-19, pandemic, said H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council.

“All the best to the teams and sincere wishes for a successful and exciting season for the UAE football,” Sheikh Hazza, who is the Honorary Chairman of the UAE Football Association, UAEFA, tweeted today.

The UAEFA hosted today the drawing ceremony for the President’s Cup and the First Division League 2020-21 at the DoH-Abu Dhabi’s theatre under Sheikh Hazza’s patronage.

In a recorded speech, UAEFA Chairman Sheikh Rashid bin Huamid Al Nuaimi, welcomed the attendees and expressed thanks to the UAE leadership for their unlimited support for the Emirati youth and sporting activities.

“We chose the DoH-Abu Dhabi theatre as a venue for the ceremony to express appreciation of the health authorities for their great efforts. We will remain sincerely appreciative of the healthcare workers, who’re working tirelessly to ensure the safety of all community members,” he added.

The First Division League will be contested by 11 clubs, divided into two groups and will officially kick off on 25 September, while the President’s Cup preliminary matches will be played on 19, 20 and 21 November, and the final on 9 May 2021.

Al Ain Jiu-Jitsu Female Team concluded their final training session on Tuesday 26th August 2020 evening at the Dusit Thani Hotel in preparation for the third and final round of the Mother of the Nation Jiu-Jitsu Championship scheduled to kick off on Thursday 27th August at the Abu Dhabi Arena.

Noteworthy, this last championship for this season is organized by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Association with the participation of 180 players representing Al Ain, Al Wahda, Bani Yas, Al Dhafra, Al Wasl, Fujairah and Shabab Al Ahli Dubai clubs. Holding this championship coincides with the celebrations marking the International Women’s Day.

Al Ain Female Team would participate with 46 female Jiu-Jitsu players competing for winning the title of the dearest championship in the local arena.

The UAE Jiu-Jitsu Association has been keen to furnish all the essential support to ensure the success of the training camp where all the players could achieve optimal benefits by adopting an intensive program under the national coaching teams’ supervision.

The training program included jiu-jitsu tactical training, physical fitness exercises, and recovery sessions to provide the female players with a unique experience that boosted their physical and psychological readiness and was set for the matches.

The Mother of the Nation Jiu-Jitsu Championship is an essential women’s sports platform for the female players seeking professionalism and achieving local, continental, and international achievements. The competitions are limited to female Emirati players’ participation, and matches are managed by female referees supported by female medical and technical staff.

Participation in the final round is limited only for the female players who participated in the closed training camp considering their readiness and ability to compete. They are expected to perform well in a manner that matches the importance of the occasion. Moreover, these female players were subject to all preventive measures per the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Association’s medical protocol.

H.E. Abdullah Jumaa Al Darmaki, Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors of Al Ain Sports Games Company and General Supervisor of Al Ain Volleyball Team, confirmed that the team is well prepared to kick off the upcoming season by developing plans and strategies that were drawn at the end of the previous season by the Montenegrin head coach Vesko.

“The head coach set up a three-year plan to form a new team by focusing on joining new young players, as well as furnishing the essential support per the coach’s plan to fulfill the Boss aspirations during the coming challenges,” Al Darmaki said.

On the new contracts signed with new players and the experienced players leaving the team, he said: “You must have players at a high level of distinction and skills, i.e., the professionals who make up a spearhead in the team. For this reason, distinguished players have been contracted and previously disclosed. We wish to exhibit their high-quality skills along with their teammates.”

As for the exit of expert players, he said: “This is one of the next stage requirements and must be allowed to go on with their career with other teams. Additionally, we have to allow the young players to prove they deserve to play for the first team and be one of the coach’s selections in the starting lineup.”

Abdullah Al Darmaki confirmed cooperation and mutual support between the Al Ain Sports Games Company and the Abu Dhabi clubs in various fields. “This greatly contributes to consolidating the relationship between the clubs under the umbrella and supervision of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, especially in matters related to the public interest and the exchange of players.”

He went on to say: “Saeed Rashid Al Ketbi from Al Wahda Club signed for Al Ain Volleyball Team for two seasons. Although he is still a young player, he is a skillful and promising player. Thanks go to Al Wahda Volleyball Team for their highly appreciated cooperation.”

“Also, we have concluded a final agreement with Bani Yas Club for approving the transfer of Abdullah Saif Al Maamari. This would reinforce the great role of Al Ain Club in supporting the volleyball game at the Abu Dhabi Emirate level and the cooperation between them to support all games.”

Al Darmaki indicated a joint investment and cooperation between the Al Ain Sports Games Company and other clubs. “There is a cooperation with all the country’s clubs and Al Ain Club. This is our basic and constant approach, and we have been working with them with sights set to support all clubs and all games.”

Al Darmaki concluded his statement by addressing his sincerest gratitude and regards for all the clubs and stressed that “the next stage is critical and sensitive. This requires working together in support of all individual and collective games.”

(WAM) – H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has expressed pride in the Emirati youth who have proven that “the word impossible is not in their vocabulary.”

In a statement he made today on the occasion of the International Youth Day, which falls on 12th August, Sheikh Hazza said thanks to the leadership’s continuous support and to their determination and resolve, the young men and women of the UAE, have played a key role in UAE’s recent achievements, including the successful launch of first Arab mission to Mars and the start of operations at Barakah, the first peaceful nuclear energy reactor in the Arab world.

“There are no limits to ambition. The UAE’s wise leadership has always counted on the youth in its vision for sustainable development,” he added.

The family of Al Ain Sports Games Company received today the new head coach of Al Ain Handball Team, Tunisia’s Adnan Belharith. The new coach signed his contract to train the Boss in mid-June 2020, replacing his countryman Mohammed Abu Gazaleh.

The new coach was received at the company’s head office in Khalifa Bin Zayed Stadium by Saleh Al Shouaili, Board Member of Al Ain Sports Games Company and General Supervisor of Al Ain Handball Team, Assistant Coach Mustafa Musa, Administrative Officer Mansour Saleh, Team Captain Ibrahim Al Blooshi and Bonsai’s professional player Izsak.

Al Shouaili welcomed the new coach pointing out Belharith is the team’s former coach in 2011, and he is back again to assume his new responsibilities.

“The decision to contract with Tunisia’s Belharith as the new coach was based on a plan set up by the team management to boost the team’s level, considering that the Boos won the title of the past season. Sights are set this season to clinch more titles and top the league’s standing table and other competitions under the command of the new head coach,” Al Shouaili said.

He stated that Adnan Belharith enjoys a brilliant biography full of achievements and extensive experience in local, Gulf, and Arab counties. “Coach Belharith used to be the former coach of Al Ain Handball Team in 2011 and won the Union League title in 2012. He won the African Championship when he was a player and played for his national team and participated in the Handball World Cup. He also worked as coach assistant of the Tunisian National Handball Team.”

On his part, Belharith expressed his sincerest appreciation for the warm reception and stated: “I am so pleased to be back in UAE and particularly to train the Boss. I had a great time with the team in the past full of achievements and positive results. I want to thank the Club management for giving me a second chance to be back in my second home.”

He added: “I was following up on the team’s news and the players since I left in 2014 for I still keep an excellent relationship with the players. I believe this would make my mission easier, given that I trained the majority of the current players and know their technical levels well.”

He concluded his statement by expressing his appreciation to the former head coach Mohammed Abu Gazaleh for his significant and dedicated efforts in the past seasons. “He contributed significantly to improving the skills and quality of players and crowned that by winning the UAE Cup. I do wish him all the best.”

(WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has congratulated President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, on the occasion of Eid Al Adha, wishing him continued good health and wellbeing.

H.H. Sheikh Hazza also extended his Eid greetings to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates, Crown Princes and Deputies Ruler.

Sheikh Hazza expressed his best wishes for the UAE people and residents, praying to The Almighty Allah to keep the UAE as an oasis of security, peace, stability, giving and prosperity.

Khwaiter Al Dhaheri, Board Member of Al Ain Sports Games Company and Supervisor of Individual Games dedicated the title of the Vice President’s Cup Jiu-Jitsu to His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, H.H. Sheikh Hazza Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice-Chairman of the Executive Council, First Vice President of Al Ain Sports and Cultural Club, First Vice President of the Honorary Council & Chairman of the Board of Directors of Al Ain Sports and Cultural Club. He also presented the title to the Board of Directors and the loyal fans of this game.

Khwaiter expressed his most profound pleasure with this achievement and said: “I am proud of this achievement despite the difficult conditions we experienced due to the decision to suspend the sports activities resulting from the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic. However, the Boss heroes fulfilled their word and put firm hands on the precious cup of the third version after winning the title of the first version.”

Regarding the preparation for the tournament, he said: “The players got together in a closed camp in Abu Dhabi under the supervision of the UAE Ju-Jitsu Federation according to the adopted health protocol. The camp was held at the Armed Forces Officers Club in Abu Dhabi and lasted for three weeks. During the training sessions, coaches focused on boosting up the physical and mental levels. This resulted in winning the title, and the Boss Youth Team was placed second.”

Al Dhaheri extended his sincere appreciation to the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation (UAEJJF) for the significant supervision and organization of the camp and the championship producing such a fantastic tournament despite the outbreak of the Coronavirus pandemic. He stated: “It is a message that UAE sports entities could organize sporting events in such an atmosphere.”

He concluded his statement by extending his appreciation to coaching teams, administrative staff, and the players who exerted dedicated efforts throughout the camp and the championship and led to winning the precious title. He hoped all the best to the team and continue winning titles of the upcoming competitions.

Al Ain Men’s Jiu-Jitsu Team won the Vice President’s Cup Jiu-Jitsu at the end of the closing round, concluded at the Arena Hall in Abu Dhabi. The rounds witnessed intense competitions among the five clubs qualified from the second round, namely Al Ain, Al Wahda, Bani Yas, Al Jazira and Al Dhafra.

The Boss champs managed to outperform all competitors and won the title and the gold medals with 390 points. Meanwhile, Al Ain Jiu-Jitsu Youth Team placed second with 460 points, and the junior team was placed second, achieving 454 points.

The UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation (UAEJJF) organized the third round of the Vice President’s Cup Jiu-Jitsu amid strict precautionary measures to ensure the players’ health and safety the teams of the clubs participating in the tournament. Jujitsu’s UAE stars reaffirmed their high level of self-awareness of the need to adapt to the new reality and to move forward in their career where the word impossible is not in their dictionary.”

At the end of the competitions, H.E. Mohammed Salem Al Dhahiri, the vice-chairman of UAEJJF, Fahd Ali Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of UAEJJF, and Abdullah Al Shamsi, Al Ain Club Administrative Officer, crowned the Boss champs with the cup and gold medals.