Al-Ain volleyball first team qualifies to the semi-final round of the UAE Cup on last Saturday’s evening, this qualification comes after they have successfully managed to defeat Al-Jazeera with the score of three rounds for Al-Ain to two rounds for Al-Jazeera. Al-Ain with its purple outfit has successfully managed to knock out the champion of Pro League tournament from the competition race to claim the tournament’s trophy and managed to qualify to the semi-final round of the tournament to meet Al-Wasl on next Wednesday the 8th of May.

Mohammed Saif Al-Nouaimi, the member of Al-Ain sports affairs company committee and the supervisor over Al-Ain volleyball team, praised the team’s very well performance vs Al-Jazeera, asserting that perseverance, determination and the spirit of one team are the secret that lies behind our success all over this match, this match that took us to the semi-final round of the tournament.

Al-Nouaimi asserted that concentration on the next stage is a must, and we have to be prepared very well to take it on, especially that we will face Al-Wasl, this team that performed very well this season and competed to claim the title of most of this season’s tournaments, we also have to prepare very well in order to be able to reach the final stage of the tournament.

Al-Nouaimi, the supervisor over Al-Ain volleyball team, said: “We did not perform very well all over this season, we also did not see the expected performance out of Al-Zaeem volleyball first team, this team that has been standing away from coronation podiums for a very long time. We aspire through this tournament to return to the path of claiming trophies, return to our normal position in the United Arab Emirates volleyball, and claim the title of more tournaments.”

Al-Ain hand ball first team have successfully managed to qualify to the final stages of the local hand ball league, which includes the leading four places on the standings table, after claiming victory over Al-Nasr and Al-Jazeera’s defeat. With this result Al-Ain occupies the 3rd place on the standings table. Al-Ain hand ball first team will face at the final stages Shabab Al-Ahli in the first and second leg matches, while the winner at this round will face the team who achieves victory at the match that will bring together Sharjah and Mleiha at the conclusion of the local hand ball league for this season.

From his side Mr. Youssef Al-Amiri, the member of Al-Ain club sports affair company committee and the supervisor of the club’s handball, praised the team’s performance during this season despite some obstacles that stood in their way, starting from players’ injuries that excluded some important team members from playing list and were the main reason that lies behind losing many matches and the associated points at most tournaments, but the team have successfully managed to quickly return to the victories path and claiming what is required from them, in addition to climbing the ladder to the final stages to face Shabab Al-Ahli in the first and second leg matches, in order to reach the final match of the local league tournament and claim its trophy, and this is a righteous goal to seek for all clubs.

Al-Amiri laid complaints over some wrong decisions that have been taken in the team’s regard during the team’s previous match vs Shabab Al-Ahli, these decisions that deprived the team of claiming many goals, gave the rival team the advantage over Al-Ain, and was the reason behind losing 3 points. We are always supporting refereeing and respect their decisions, but these decisions have caused the match to divert into other directions that are difficult to control, and this is the reason that made us unhappy with those decisions and expressed our extreme dissatisfaction, we also hope that hand ball confederation to take into consideration the big matches and hire the right person for that important match during the final stages of the tournament.

Youssef Al-Amiri pointed out that the team is ready to take on Shabab Al-Ahli on next Friday at Dubai, while the 2nd leg match is scheduled to take place on next Tuesday. We are looking forwards to perform very well in a way that is up to the reputation of Al-Zaeem hand ball team, this team that have managed to claim many titles during the past years. We are striving to perform very well and stand out in a distinctive manner during this edition of the hand ball tournament, then return to the coronation podiums during this season or during the next seasons, especially that our start at this season was not very well, this start that we are working to improve at the local league and at the president’s cup.

Rashid Abdulla: We are proud that “The Boss” is the first and only club in the country in “The World Game”

Al Ain Club Investment Company announced the renewal of its partnership contract with EA SPORTS FC, making “The Boss”, under the new contract, the only club in the country that has an official presence for the fifth year in a row in the world’s game, as an extension of the contract concluded between the club and the company. 

Rashid Abdulla, CEO of Al Ain Club Investment Company, expressed his happiness, pride and pride in the continuation of the partnership with EA SPORTS FC, praising at the same time the development and high technology adopted by the company in the most widely used and widespread game in the world, which includes EA SPORTS FC™ 24. It is one of the most important football competitions, its clubs and its stars, stressing that the game provides more than 19,000 players around the world whose data is updated on a regular basis, which is an interesting matter and enhances the football culture of its users all over the world.

He continued: The Board of Directors of Al Ain Club Investment Company, headed by His Excellency Mohammed bin Thaloub Al Darei, was keen to renew the partnership with EA SPORTS FC™ in conjunction with the launch of the World’s Game and the new version of EA SPORTS FC™ 24 will be officially released on September 29, 2023, especially since the Al Ain team appeared in the new version in its official kits and “Al-Zaeem” will be present in the game – for the fifth year in a row – with all the team’s stars, and he will also be present in the coming years in the largest game in the world, which contributes to serving the goals. The strategy for Al Ain Club Investment Company and also works to positively promote the Al Ain Club brand on global platforms.

Based on Al Ain Sports and Cultural Club’s keenness to promote community initiatives and support the city’s community, Al Ain participates in “Souq Sabie” events, set on Saturday of every week from November 25, 2023 until May 25, 2024 in the Masaken area ofAl Ain city, by offering various prizes, including valuable AINAWI gifts, as well as purchase vouchers and AINAWI cards, at Al Ainstore in Souq Sabie. Al Ain’s “volunteer” work team also registered its attendance at the event.

Souq Sabie is one of the initiatives of Al Ain City Municipality that aims to create a new tourist destination in Al Ain City to be a natural outlet for the city’s residents and visitors, promote the optimal exploitation of nature, achieve ROI for small projects, by providing designated places for local merchants to sell their various products of food, agricultural materials, and handicrafts, in addition to various events.

Al Ain City Municipality organizes the Souq Sabie Championship for “Youlah”, based on the inspired cultural heritage as well as encouraging young people to practice it. The tournament is held for the first time in “Souq Sabie”. It consists of several criteria set by the committee. This unique tournament is considered an authentic art of the United Arab Emirates folklore.

In collaboration with Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination, Al Ain Sports and Cultural Club organized a sports day for people of determination that included a friendly volleyball match, integrating Al Ain’s volleyball team with people with disabilities. Additionally, there were other games in the event provided for the attendees at the main hall attached to Khalifa bin Zayed Stadium yesterday evening (Monday).

The event was attended by His Excellency Mohammed Abdullah Al Dhaheri, head of the Steering Committee of Al Ain Sports Club Company, and His Excellency Abdullah Al Kamali, Executive Director of the organization’s People of Determination Sector.

After the match, the Al Ain team for people of determination was honored with commemorative gifts and Al Ain Club shield. A group photo was taken with all the participants of the event.

His Excellency Mohammed Abdullah Al Dhaheri, head of the Steering Committee of Al Ain Sports Club Company, welcomed Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination. Through this event, he emphasized the support of the wise leadership of the United Arab Emirates for people of determination, their involvement in all sports activities, the provision of all necessary resources to fully integrate them into society and enable their positive participation, ensure their integration in their social surrounding, and empower their positive participation in developing their future and the future of their country.

He expressed his sincere gratitude to Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination for responding to the invitation and participating in this event, which embodies the importance of the role of clubs in providing and utilizing all their facilities for people of determination, stating that, “We were delighted with this match that was an experience through which we tried to shed more light on our target of removing any obstacles and barriers that may hinder the release of the hidden potential of these talented individuals.”

On his part, His Excellency Abdullah Al Kamali, Executive Director of the organization’s People of Determination Secto, praised the concept of organizing the event and the sports match between the Organization’s members and Al Ain Sports and Cultural Club’s first volleyball team. He considered it a model for empowering and integrating the Organization’s students and bringing joy to them. He also commended the fruitful cooperation between the Organization and Al Ain Club, which continues to benefit people of determination.

He emphasized that sports represent an important aspect in the lives of these individuals and an effective educational tool with guaranteed results within the Organization’s efforts to empower and integrate them into society. He pointed out that the partnership between the two parties extends to various events and collaborative initiatives. The Organization previously produced sports scarves for the Club made by its members and launched a sports encouragement initiative supported by the Club, in addition to organizing joint sports events between the two parties.

His Excellency Al Kamali pointed out that Al Ain Sports Club is an ideal model of sports institutions in supporting and empowering people of determination as part of their social responsibility and care for these groups. It represents a great sports castle at the national level, contributing to enriching national teams with outstanding resources that elevate the name of the UAE in all arenas.

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Directed to Prepare an Independent Budget for Development Projects and The AFC Championship League

Stressed The Importance of Preparing for The New Season and Working Hard to Achieve the Fans’ Aspirations 

Reviewed The Club’s Financial Reports of the Al Ain Club and Its Subsidiaries and Stress Adherence to the Financial Policy

Revised The Strategic and Operational Work Development Project and Improvement Plans 

H.E. Sheikh Sultan bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of Al Ain Sports and Cultural Club, Chairman of the Executive Committee, Chairman of the Steering Committee of the Affairs of Al Ain Football Club Company, chaired the fourth Executive Committee meeting for the year 2023. The meeting was held today in Khalifa bin Zayed Stadium.

H.E. Sheikh Sultan bin Hamdan opened the meeting by conveying the sincerest greetings of H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi, First Vice President of Al Ain Club, First Vice President of the Honorary Council, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Al Ain Sports and Cultural Club, to all members of the Executive Committee and Al Ain Club.

H.E. Sheikh Sultan bin Hamdan also expressed his sincerest appreciation to the Club’s President for the confidence in all those selected and appointed to run the affairs of the football and sports companies. He welcomed the new members and wished everyone the best of luck and success in serving the Al Ain Club and its companies.

The Chairman of the Executive Committee also expressed his most profound appreciation to the former members of the boards of the two companies for the dedicated efforts they exerted during their mandate to serve the best interests of the Al Ain Club.

H.E. Sheikh Sultan bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan was briefed on the strategic and operational development project, and the improvement plans the houses of expertise supervising the project presented. He directed exploiting improvement opportunities starting from the new sports season while considering the partners’ observations within a week of providing remarks and comments to officers in charge of the projects. 

The Chairman of the meeting was briefed on the performance report for the last season. He directed the presiding officers of the Al Ain Club companies to exert more effort to achieve the planned goals approved by the Club’s presidency.

The Executive Committee also reviewed the financial reports for the last season and the rate of profits and losses compared to the approved budgets, except for specific increases. He urged the departments to compensate for the deficit by increasing the revenues.

During the meeting, the Executive Committee reviewed the financial budgets submitted by the Al Ain Club and its subsidiaries. The Chairman stressed the significance of adherence to the Club’s monetary policy with the need for reconciliation between revenues and expenditures. He also directed to prepare an independent and exclusive budget for the development projects and expenses of the AFC Championships League to be presented to the Club’s presidency.

H.E. Sheikh Sultan bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan stressed the Al Ain Club’s commitment to strategic plans and institutional values and to keep pace with the signs of development to achieve the highest indicators of success in the Al Ain Club and its companies.

At the end of the meeting, the Chairman of the Executive Committee instructed them to prepare for the new sports season and work hard to achieve the aspirations of the Al Ain fans considering the continuous and practical support they showed to all teams in various games.

The meeting was attended by Hamad Nakhairat Al Ameri, Managing Director of Al Ain Sports and Cultural Club and its subsidiaries, Mohammed Abdullah Ahmad Al Dhaheri, Chairman of the Steering Committee of Al Ain Sports GamesCompany, Dr. Matar Al Darmaki, member of the Steering Committee of Al Ain Football Club Company, Khamis Obaid Al Kaabi, member of the Steering Committee of Al Ain Sports Games Company, and Sultan Al Mutawa Al Dhaheri, Vice Chairman of Al Ain Club Investment Company.

H.H. Sheikh Hazaa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi, First Vice President of Al Ain Club, First Vice President of the Honorary Council, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Al Ain Sports and Cultural Club, has issued a resolution appointing H.E. Mohammed Abdullah ِAhmed Al Dhaheri to manage and supervise the affairs of Al Ain Sport Games Company.

The resolution, enforced as of the date of its issuance, included granting H.E. Mohammed Abdullah Ahmed Al Dhaheri all the powers to manage the Club’s affairs to realize the goals of Al Ain Sports Games Company, compliant with the Club’s Articles of Association.

Additionally, the decision included naming the members of the Steering Committee, namely: Khamis Obaid Al Kaabi, Mansour Ahmad Yousef Al Hashemi, Mohammad Saif Rashid Al Nuaimi and Yosif Saeed Abdullah Al Amir.

His Highness Sheikh Hazaa bin Zayed Al Nahyan valued the sincere efforts exerted by the former Board of Directors of the football company chaired by Khamis Obaid Al Kaabi, with the end of his mandate during the past four years, which witnessed great successes and honorable achievements.

Al Shamesi Won the Title Again and Officially Will Defend the Boss Crest

Dr. Hani: Al Ain Club’s Creative Initiatives are in Line with Al Ain Pharmacies Vision of Serving the Society

Omar: Wearing Al Ain Club Jersey is a Source of Pride and Hold You Accountable

Al Ain’s 2nd Electronic Football Tournament of FIFA 23 professionals was concluded at the Chairman’s Lounge in Hazza bin Zayed Stadium. The Organizing Committee from the Al Ain Club Investment Company adopted international standards in organizing the tournament launched on 26th March 2023 and sponsored by the Al Ain Pharmacy.

The player, Omar Al Shamesi, won the Al Ain Electronic Tournament title for the second year in a row in an atmosphere dominated by the spirit of excitement and parity to win the tournament shield in addition to the amount of AED 7,000 and a voucher for purchases from the Al Ain Official Store offered by the Marketing and Sales Department at a value of AED 1,000. Al Shamesi succeeded in maintaining the top position and was officially assigned to defend the Voss crest in “official” domestic and foreign competitions.

Hamdan Al Buraiki finished as the runner-up and received an amount of AED 4,000, in addition to a shopping voucher from the Al Ain Official Store at a value of AED 1,000. Meanwhile, Rashid Al Zaabi was placed third and was awarded AED 3,000 and a shopping voucher worth AED 1,000, and Sultan Al Hammadi came in fourth place to get a prize of AED 1000 and a shopping voucher of the same value.

The Challenge Journey

The champion, Omar Al Shamesi, started the tournament’s journey by passing the evaluation stage, to actually starting from round 32 with a draw in two matches 2-2 and 5-5, before qualifying for a playoff match according to the competition regulations and winning it 3-1. In the last 16-player stage, he won the first and second-leg match 7 -2 and 5-4. In the quarter-final stage, he lost the first-leg match 0-1, but in the second leg, he managed to adjust his position by winning 3-2. Then, he played a decisive confrontation that he won 4-3. In the semi-finals, Al Shamesi won the first and second-leg matches 7-5 and 3-2. In the final match, he tied in the first leg against Hamdan Al Buraiki 2-2, and he won the second leg with a score of 5-1.

Dr. Hani Kamal, General Manager of Al Ain Pharmacies, the “official partner of the tournament,” confirmed that Al Ain Pharmacy’s sponsorship of the Al Ain Club 2nd Electronic Tournament achieved the desired goals, particularly the goals of Al Ain Club, this lofty sports club, are evident in serving the city’s society.

“The Club’s vision is consistent with the vision of the Al Ain Pharmacy Group. Indeed, our partnership with Al Ain Club has resulted in serving the youth segment, and we continue to support the Club’s creative initiatives that serve the Al Ain City society,” Dr. Hani said.

Dr. Hani added: “The tournament atmosphere was enthusiastic with the participation of professional players, and on a distinguished night, the competitors performed well, characterized by the spirit of sportsmanship. All participants strongly desired to be crowned with the title of the second edition of the Al Ain Club Electronic Tournament launched for FIFA 23 professionals.”

Sense of Responsibility

Omar Al Shamesi, champion of the first and second editions, respectively, of the Al Ain Club Electronic Tournament, expressed his pride in defending the Boss crest for the second year in a row.

He explained: “I am well aware of the volume of the responsibility placed on my shoulder when playing for the biggest club in UAE. Therefore, I pray for Allah Almighty to grant me success.” He said.

“I believe that I currently have sufficient experience compared to the atmosphere we experienced in the Al Ain Tournament, which adopted the best international standards in organizing this big tournament,” he concluded.

Best Player Won the Title

Hamdan Al Buraiki, the runner-up of the champion, congratulated Omar Al Shamesi, who won the Al-Ain Electronic Tournament title, stressing: “I was looking forward to winning the title, but the title definitely went for the better. However, participating in this tournament and reaching the final in my first participation is an important motivation for me to do my best to be crowned with the title in the next edition, God willing.”

First Place

The winner of fourth place, Sultan Al Hammadi, expressed his pride and honor for participating in the Al Ain Club Electronic Tournament, which is organized by the most prominent clubs of our beloved homeland.

He pointed out: “Being placed in the fourth place among about 700 players is an outstanding achievement, although my ambition was to put firm hands on the first spot. However, as Ainawi players, we are used to competing to win first place and thank God very much for everything.”

He said: “At any rate, I cannot fail to thank those in charge of organizing the tournament in the Marketing and Sales Department of Al Ain Club Investment Company for their professionalism in dealing with and adopting best practices in organizing such a world-class tournament.”

Pride and Honor

The third-place winner, Rashid Al Zaabi, said: “I was looking forward to defending the Al Ain Club crest in the official local and foreign competitions at the level of the electronic tournaments for the game “FIFA”, but thank God anyway.”

He concluded his statement: “I was honored to play in the tournament and reach the golden square to play in the Hazza Bin Stadium Zayed, which is certainly a source of pride and honor.”

Excitement, Challenge, and Competitiveness Among the Professionals of FIFA 23 to Defend the Boss’ Badge

Hazza bin Zayed Stadium will host this evening the decisive rounds of the Al Ain Football Club Electronic Tournament, which started online on 26th March 2023 under the auspices of Al Ain Pharmacy.

The tournament rounds witnessed intense and fiery competition among the professionals of FIFA 23 Game to win the title of the second edition of the Al Ain Electronic Club Tournament.

Yesterday, four players reached the semi-final stage, led by the defending champion, Omar Al Shamsi, in addition to Sultan Al Hamdi, Rashid Al Zaabi, and Hamdan Al Buraiki. They all showed the highest capabilities that qualified them to be crowned with the title, officially join the Al Ain Club Electronic Team, and defend the Boss badge in official competitions.

The final round and semi-finals of the tournament are scheduled to be hosted at the Chairman’s Lounge in Hazza bin Zayed Stadium this evening, in addition to determining the winners of the third and fourth places.

Noteworthy, Al Ain Club Investment Company allocated prizes worth 20,000 dirhams for the winners of the first four positions, according to which the first-place holder will receive an amount of 7,000 dirhams and a voucher for purchases from the official store of Al Ain Club at a value of 1,000 dirhams, in addition to joining the Al-Ain Club electronic team.

The winner who placed second will receive an amount of 4,000 dirhams and a voucher for purchases from the official store of Al Ain Club at a value of 1,000 dirhams. The third-place winner will receive an amount of 3,000 dirhams in addition to a voucher for purchases from the official store of Al Ain Club worth 1,000 dirhams, and the fourth-place winner will receive an amount of 1,000 dirhams in addition to a voucher for purchases from the official store of Al Ain Club, with a value of 1000 dirhams.