Al Ain champions were delivering a brilliant performance through the competition race of the United Arab Emirates Championship for Jiu Jitsu professionals

Al Ain Jiu Jitsu champions delivered a brilliant performance with their participation through the competition race of the United Arab Emirates Championship for Jiu Jitsu professionals. The championship took place at Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates, from the 20th to the 22nd of the current moth of June 2025, under the auspices of the Abu Dhabi Jiu Jitsu Pro Association (AJP). This championship is considered one of the most prominent championships on the level of the United Arab Emirates for the professionals category.

Al Ain players delivered an exceptional performance, as they claimed 86 triumphs, they also claimed 22 Golden medals, 19 Silver medals, and 15 Bronze medals, in a scenery that reflects how big their preparations and excellence with which the club’s champions appeared all along the championship’s days of competition.

The team spirit and the players’ discipline through the competition race were strongly present, in a way that confirms that Al Ain club is moving forwards with steady steps towards claiming more accomplishments in the Jiu Jitsu sport.

A new partnership was announced in a step that reflects the rising power of Al Ain sports and cultural club’s trade mark

Al Ain sports and cultural club announced the forging of a new qualitative partnership with Tawazun Defense Empowerment Council (Tawazun)

Al Ain sports and cultural club announced the forging of a new marketing partnership with the Tawazun Defense Empowerment Council (Tawazun). The new partnership was forged in the framework of the qualitative expansion of Al Ain sports and cultural club into the international markets, as well as its continued growing institutional presence through the competition race of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 football tournament.

This new partnership comes under Al Ain sports and cultural club’s strategic marketing vision, that is relying on the principle of boosting the national partnerships of global aspects, as well as opening up to new markets on the regional and international levels, thus enhancing Al Ain sports and cultural club’s position as one of the most prominent sporting entities with growing market value across the region.

Under this agreement, which will come into effect starting from its signing date and for a full sporing season, Tawazun Defense Empowerment Council (Tawazun) will be given a number of privileges, the most notable of which is the following: Placing its badge on Al Ain first football team’s training jerseys starting from the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 football tournament, giving the name (Tawazun) to the gate number (4) at Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium, as well as a series of marketing rights that include appearing in the events, the matches, in addition to Al Ain sports and cultural club’s digital content.

Rashid Abdullah, who is the chief executive officer of Al Ain football club investment company, emphasized that forging this partnership represents a qualitative addition to Al Ain sports and cultural club’s list of strategic partners. While the marketing administration team at Al Ain sports and cultural club, which is now present in the United States of America, is working to open wider cooperation horizons with the government entities and the commercial institutions from all over the world, while the team will be supported with the trust of Al Ain sports and cultural club’s trade mark, which is witnessing an increasing growth according to FIFA data.

Rashid Abdullah, who is the chief executive officer of Al Ain football club investment company, added the following statement: “Our new partnership with Tawazun Defense Empowerment Council (Tawazun) goes beyond the framework of traditional sponsorship, taking into consideration that this new partnership represents a true convergence between sports, industry and the national identity, as we are united under the sought after aspirations of reaching leadership and excellence at all levels.”

Khalifa Al Hamili, who is the chief executive officer of the executive affairs at Tawazun Defense Empowerment Council (Tawazun), said the following statement: “Al Ain sports and cultural club is representing the honorable national model of professionalism and excellence in sports. So, this partnership comes in alignment with the vision of Tawazun Defense Empowerment Council (Tawazun) to support the national talents and to boost the United Arab Emirates participation through the international venues and across a variety of fields.”

Khalifa Al Hamili, who is the chief executive officer of the executive affairs at Tawazun Defense Empowerment Council (Tawazun), added the following statement: “This partnership represents a qualitative access point to entrepreneurs and innovation pioneers across the defense industries, especially the owners of the small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), in line with the Tawazun Defense Empowerment Council (Tawazun)’s sought after goals of empowerment, motivation and localization.

Al Ain club’s champions managed to deliver brilliant performances through the competition race of The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Grappling World Tour and claimed 7 medals of different colors

Al Ain club’s Jiu-Jitsu players recorded a brilliant participation through the competition race of The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Grappling World Tour, which was organized by Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Professional Association (AJP) within the Zayed Sports City’s Mubadala Arena gym. The world tour was organized amongst extensive participation of an elite group of international players in the sports of grappling and the mixed martial arts.

Khalid Al Shehhi, who is a player for Al Ain club, was successful in securing the Golden medal under the professional category after delivering a brilliant performance and going through decisive fights, after which he was capable of showcasing his highly leveled technical skills which contributed to his qualification to occupy the top position on the coronation podiums. As for Salem Al Qubaisi, who is a player for Al Ain club, he continued to deliver his brilliant performance, by which he managed to claim the Golden medal under the U18 category, so he emphasized over his capability to represent the club and the national team through the future challenges with confidence and competence.

Maichel Babel, who is the Cameroonian player for Al Ain club, managed to fortify the club’s score of medals by claiming the third Golden medal under the U18 category, while he continued to deliver his brilliant performances that emphasized over his highly leveled state of readiness, as well as his effectiveness amongst the ranks of the team.

This scenery of accomplishments was not short of the Silver medals, as Hadi Abbas, who is a player for Al Ain club, managed to claim a Silver medal under the professionals category after going through a distinguished and competitive journey through the tournament’s competition race, after which he managed to reach the final round. As for Andre Louise, who is the Brazilian player and the team’s player as well, he managed to claim a Silver medal under the same category after delivering a brilliant performance vs a group of the tournament’s most distinguished players. Zain Adden Al Dughaidi, who is the Egyptian player for Al Ain club, managed to decisively claim the Silver medal under the U18 category, after a series of big fights in which he fought with steadiness and confidence.

Mohammed Al Shamsi, who is a player for Al Ain club, was also successful in adding a new Bronze medal to the club’s records under the U18 category, after delivering an honorable performance and going through a series of fights in which he showcased a highly leveled fighting spirit, so he managed to conclude the harvest of Al Ain club through this tournament, which included 7 medals of different colors, according to the following order: Three Golden medals, three Silver medals, and one Bronze medal.

As a result of this distinguished participation, Al Ain club occupied the third place on the club’s general standings table, so they continued to showcase their powerful participation through competition race of the grand tournaments, they have also emphasized over the successful strategy of growing and nurturing the local base of players and to attract the distinguished professionals, in a way that fortifies the position of the club as one of most prominent clubs across the Jiu-Jitsu and Grappling scenery on the local and regional levels.

Al Ain Club Embarks on the Future with
New Board and Leadership Appointments

Under the esteemed patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Al Ain Club has announced a reconstitution of its Board of Directors and leadership team to shape the next chapter of the Club’s journey.

The new Board will be chaired by Sheikh Sultan Bin Hamdan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Joining the Board will be H.E. Khalifa Al Mazrouei, who has been appointed Vice Chairman and will assume the executive authority of Managing Director. As a leading figure in the UAE’s business landscape, Al Mazrouei will be at the heart of the Club’s long-term strategy, working to build on its legacy and shape its future ambitions.

As part of the Club’s commitment to innovation, professionalism, and world-class standards, Nazeel Juvale has been appointed Chief Executive Officer. With more than two decades of global experience in strategy, transformation, sport and entertainment, Juvale’s appointment signals a forward-thinking approach aimed at strengthening Al Ain’s position locally, regionally, and globally.

Joining the Board are several respected figures including H.E. Mohammed Thaaloub Salem Hamad Al Durai, Hamad Nakhirat Al Ameri, Mohammed Ebrahim Al Mahmoud, Mohammed Saif Ali Al Katibi, Sultan Hamad Al Dhaheri and Dr. Ziad Ameer Ahmed Saleh. Further, Afra Khalfan Al Hajeri has been appointed as the first ever female member of the Club Board, adding tremendous value with her experience and demonstrating a clear commitment to female sport going forward.

This new leadership team brings with it fresh energy, deep experience, and an unwavering commitment to Al Ain Club’s values and future. As the Club looks ahead, fans can expect a renewed focus on footballing excellence, community connection, and long-term sustainability.

The Boss two champions, Al Nuaimi and Al Shuhhi, claim the precious golden medals with the United Arab Emirates national Jiu-Jitsu team through the competition race of the ninth edition of the Asian Jiu-Jitsu Championship in Jordan’s capital city, Amman

Al Ain Jiu-Jitsu Club’s two players, Thiab Al Nuaimi and Rashid Al Shuhhi, claim two precious golden medals through the competition race of the Asian Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2025. The capital city of Jordan, Amman, hosted this championship, which witnessed a vast participation of an elite group of champions from the Asian continent.

This great accomplishment came while the two champions were participating through the competition race within the ranks of the United Arab Emirates national Jiu-Jitsu team, who was capable of keeping up with its brilliant performance on the continental theater, so the national Jiu-Jitsu team emphasized over its dominance over this Asian competition, as well as over the success of the United Arab Emirates Jiu-Jitsu association’s strategy, which was formulated with an aim to develop and qualify champions on the local and international levels.

Through the competitions of men category, Thiab Al Nuami, the Emirati champion, was capable of delivering a brilliant performance in all of his fights, where he was characterized with his magnificent physical and mental presence, he was also capable of imposing his technical style of fighting over the competition arena. As for his counterpart, the Emirati champion Rashid Al Shuhi, who was participating through the competitions of the under 21 years category, he was a true example in determination and discipline, where he was capable of outperforming his opponents with his precise moves and his high level strategy, so he deservedly claimed the golden medal of his category.

The two champions emphasized that representing the United Arab Emirates Jiu-Jitsu national team and rising the flag of the United Arab Emirates over the coronation podiums are considered a source of pride and honor. They also pointed out that the technical and morale support they have been receiving from their club and the association played a significant role in claiming this big accomplishment.

This triumph fortifies the two champions’ record of accomplishments on the level of Jiu-Jitsu sport, it also reflects the high level of preparation for the United Arab Emirates champions, who became the formidable force to be reckon with through the competition race of the continental and the local championships.

The administration of Al Ain Jiu-Jitsu club extended its words of congratulations to the two golden champions, who were praised over their brilliant performance. The club’s administration also emphasized that this result reflects the success of the sports work ecosystem through the country, which paves the way for claiming more successes through the upcoming tournaments.

The Emirati champion Salem Al Qubaisi claims an honorable triumph over the Russian champion Arturo Bairouv through the competition race of «Abu Dhabi Extreme 10» championship in Moscow, the capital city of the Russian Federation

In a new Emirati accomplishment through the international theater of the realm of martial arts and Jiu-Jitsu, Salim Al Qubaisi, who is the international Emirati champion for Al Ain Cub and the the United Arab Emirates national team, was capable of claiming a deserved triumph over his competitor the Russian champion Arturo Bairouv. This victory was claimed after a precise submission move by the Emirati champion. This match was taking place through the competition race of the 10th version of the “Abu Dhabi Extreme” (ADXC 10) championship, which was taking place on the 31th day of the previous month of May for the first time outside the borders of the United Arab Emirates. The tournament was taking place at the Dynamo Volleyball Arena arena in Moscow, the capital city of the Russian Federation.

Al Qubiais manifested a brilliant performance and a high balance since the beginning of the match, where he was shrewdly dealing with his opponent’s tactics. The Emirati champion was capable of imposing his hegemony over the match’s lifespan, then he was capable of finishing the match with a masterful technical submission move, over which he received recognition and praise from the match’s audience and the analysts.

This victory is considered an important step for the Emirati champion Salem Al Qubaisi, which reflects the advanced level of improvement to which the United Arab Emirates champions have reached in the sports of Jiu-Jitsu and the mixed martial arts. These accomplishments come in line with the huge support which the Emirati athletes receive from our wise leadership, as well as the attention they receive from the United Arab Emirates sporting institutions.

The championship has witnessed the participation of an elite group of world class stars in the sports of the mixed martial arts and Jiu-Jitsu, which added a global appeal to the championship, it has also cemented the position of «Abu Dhabi Extreme» championship as one of the international platforms dedicated to hone and nurture the up-and-coming talents, as well as to boost the sporting competitiveness.

The Emirati champion, Salem Al Qubaisi, is ambitious to keep up his brilliant performance through the upcoming version of the championship, as well as to rise the flag of the United Arab Emirates high through the different international sporting venues.

Emirates Partners with Al Ain FC

Emirates and Al Ain Football Club have today announced a partnership which will see the airline as an Official Partner of the Club. The partnership comes as Al Ain FC marks a historic milestone, earning a spot in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup™.

The Club will compete at the prestigious FIFA tournament kicking off on 14 June in the US. Emirates will also become the Official Airline Partner of the Club during the 25/26 season.

The partnership underscores the airline’s ongoing commitment to supporting and growing the UAE’s status as a world-class sports destination and epicentre for elite athletic competitions and professional clubs. The UAE’s flourishing football ecosystem has cultivated exceptional talent and provided clubs with the platform to excel on the international stage.

During the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup™, the Emirates logo will appear on the sleeve of the Club’s training jerseys and on the back of the training jerseys during all home and international matches starting next season. Emirates will also enjoy brand visibility at home matches at the Hazza bin Zayed Stadium in Al Ain, promotional rights, digital and advertising opportunities on the Club’s media platforms, as well as player access and hospitality rights.

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group said: “We’re pleased to partner with Al Ain FC at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup™ and for the Club’s next season. This new association will allow us to play an even bigger role in local UAE football and to support the sport’s development, in addition to nurturing homegrown talent and propelling the sport to thrive on the international stage. Our commitment to UAE football extends beyond mere sponsorship—it’s also about creating pathways for emerging talent, fostering cross-cultural sporting exchanges, and establishing the UAE as beacon of football excellence and as a dynamic sports hub of the highest calibre.”

Sheikh Sultan Bin Hamdan Bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, Chairman of Al Ain Football Club Company Board of Directors said: “Al Ain Football Club is proud to represent the UAE at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup™. We’re also excited to be associated with Emirates Airline, one of the UAE’s most prominent organisations, and a global pioneer in its industry when it comes to innovation and excellence. Emirates serves as a powerful ambassador for the UAE, showcasing the nation’s progressive spirit to the world, and this partnership elevates our tournament participation with enhanced national pride and purpose.”

He added: “The Emirates brand association with the world’s biggest clubs has become an influential force shaping the global sporting landscape. This partnership exemplifies national unity and demonstrates that sporting excellence extends beyond the field to include strategic collaborations that drive progress. Al Ain Football Club is committed to upholding our nation’s values and representing the UAE with distinction on the global stage.”

In addition to its newly inked agreement with Al Ain FC, Emirates also sponsors the UAE Pro League, which is made up of 14 professional football clubs competing every season for the national title, with associated events for different age groups, domestic cups and continental qualification.

Emirates’ sponsorship portfolio is made of top sporting clubs, tournaments and high-profile cultural events. In the UAE alone, Emirates supports and is involved in more than 30 sports sponsorships and events each year.

Football remains one of the most celebrated sports within Emirates’ sponsorship portfolio, exemplified through prestigious partnerships with global football powerhouses and premier tournaments. The airline’s ‘Fly Better’ logo features on the football jerseys of leading European clubs like AC Milan, Real Madrid, Olympique Lyonnais, Benfica SL, and Arsenal FC, including naming rights to Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium. Emirates has also been the Title Partner of The FA Cup for almost a decade, known as The Emirates FA Cup, the oldest and biggest domestic football tournament in the world.

(WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, and H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, attended the opening of the first edition of the Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition in Al Ain. Organised by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, the event is being held at ADNEC Centre Al Ain from 28th to 31st May.

During their visit, H.H. Sheikh Mansour and H.H. Sheikh Hazza toured the exhibition, discovering the latest innovations in smart and vertical farming, alongside cutting-edge technologies designed to enhance the efficiency of local agricultural production. A highlight of their tour was the National Agricultural Museum, a showcase of the UAE’s agricultural evolution and its vision for a sustainable future in the sector.

They also explored the exhibits of national companies and specialised farms, highlighting groundbreaking solutions for overcoming climate challenges specific to the desert environment. This underscores the UAE’s commitment to fostering a resilient and adaptable agricultural model.

The tour included the vibrant “Farmers’ Exhibition,” spotlighting local produce and the work of beekeepers. Specialised zones like the “Youth Zone,” empowering young innovators in agriculture, and the “Agritech Zone,” displaying smart solutions and advanced practices, were also key stops.

Further enriching their visit were the “Universities Zone,” inspiring students and researchers to delve into agricultural solutions, and the “Community Zone,” hosting engaging workshops. The “Companies Zone,” “Start-up Zone,” and “Government Entities Zone” presented initiatives and supportive legislation for farmers and the overall advancement of the agricultural sector.

H.H. Sheikh Mansour emphasised the profound significance of hosting the Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition in Al Ain. His Highness stated that it embodies the UAE’s dedication to strengthening its national agricultural framework and reflects a holistic vision where agriculture is a driving force for sustainable development and a cornerstone of food security.

H.H. Sheikh Mansour highlighted that supporting and empowering Emirati farmers is a strategic imperative, aimed at boosting local production, achieving self-sufficiency, and fuelling the national economy. His Highness asserted, “Emirati farmers are key partners in our agricultural journey, and investing in modern technologies for them ensures the long-term sustainability of this critical sector.”

H.H. Sheikh Hazza affirmed that the conference and exhibition in Al Ain underscores the region’s role in the national agricultural landscape, reinforcing agricultural practices as a deeply ingrained community tradition within the local identity. His Highness emphasised the need for collaborative efforts between the public and private sectors to champion investment in smart agricultural technologies and expand local agricultural output, thereby strengthening supply chains and achieving food self-sufficiency, in alignment with the National Food Security Strategy 2051.

At the conference’s opening ceremony, Dr Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, delivered a keynote address titled “Local Produce: A Success Story Savoured Worldwide.” She celebrated the rich, 4,000-year agricultural heritage of the Al Ain region, with its flourishing oases serving as living testaments to this legacy. The minister lauded the visionary foundations laid by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who initiated the development of an advanced agricultural sector from Al Ain, securing a food-secure future for the UAE.

She added: “Emirati farmers are at the heart of this conference, and we are committed to providing comprehensive support, through partnerships, knowledge accessibility, and platforms to showcase their products and expertise.” The minister outlined key objectives of the event, including highlighting national agricultural capabilities, empowering Emirati farmers, promoting modern agricultural technologies, enhancing local production efficiency, elevating the market position of local crops, and fostering community engagement to embed agriculture as a core cultural value.

The Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition features the participation of 22 government entities involved in agriculture and food, 40 private companies, four national universities, and 20 innovative agricultural start-ups.

Over 1,000 students are also attending, benefiting from the knowledge sharing and experiences offered by participating organisations.

The conference programme includes a wide range of events designed to support agricultural transformation, featuring over 75 speakers in more than 20 speeches, panel discussions, and presentations covering all facets of UAE agriculture.

The event also hosts nearly 35 workshops, including 11 specialised sessions for farmers and 24 for the general public, addressing crucial topics such as the role of international organisations, legislation, youth engagement, innovation, entrepreneurship, and scientific research.

Finally, the event marks the unveiling of the “National Agricultural Museum,” documenting the UAE’s agricultural journey and its evolution from traditional methods to smart, sustainable practices.

“The Boss” to launch its new international kit for the upcoming new sporting season and the Clubs World Cup 2025 football tournament on the occasion of the first annual anniversary of the AFC Champions League title

Today, on the 25th of the current month of May 2025, and in conjunction with the first annual anniversary for “The Boss” claiming the title of AFC Champions League 2023-2024 football tournament, Al Ain sports and cultural club launched the first football team’s new kit for the upcoming new sporting season. With this new kit, Al Ain first football team is scheduled to start its journey through the Clubs World Cup 2025 football tournament.

The new jersey comes with three wonderful colors, which are as the following:

The purple (which is the first football team’s official kit)

The white (which is the first football team’s reserve kit)

The turquoise (which is the first football team’s third kit)

Through its design, Al Ain first football team’s new jersey incorporates some deep rooted visual details, which are inspired from the rich heritage of the city of Al Ain. Those details reflect the majesty of Hafeit mountain, the magic of the oases, as well as the aroma of the historical citadels, in an artistic blend that combines modernity and authentic identity.

The announcement of the new kit, through the club’s official website along with its official accounts on social media platforms, witnessed vast interaction from the Ainawi fans, who expressed their pride over the new visual identity, along side the symbolism and the feelings of pride it conveys.

Al Ain Jiu-Jitsu team officially occupies the third place on the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu tournament

Al Ain Jiu-Jitsu team officially occupies the third place after completing the final round of competitions of the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu tournament, which concluded its competition race on the 18th day of the current month of May. This round took place over three days within the Mobadalah Arena Gym Abu Dhabi.

The Boss players were capable of claiming 29 medals of different colors. Those medals were claimed according to the following order:

15 golden medals

9 Silver medals

5 Bronze medals

Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu tournament is considered one of the most powerful and the most difficult Jiu-Jitsu tournaments on the world’s level, due to the high competitive level which characterizes this tournament, in addition to the participation of an elite group of the best Jiu-Jitsu players from all over the world’s continents, making this tournament a world class sporting platform that reflects the advanced level of Jiu-Jitsu sport, as well the the leading role of the United Arab Emirates in cementing this game as a national sport, where more than 2500 players, who represented 66 countries from all over the world, were participating through the competition race of this tournament.