UAE President honours Shabab Al Ahli team for title-winning season

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has honoured members of the Shabab Al Ahli football team for an exceptional season at a special ceremony in Abu Dhabi's Qasr Al Bahr.

The team was celebrated for securing the UAE President's Cup, ADNOC Pro League title, UAE Super Cup and UAE-Qatar Super Cup.

Sheikh Mohamed congratulated the players, head coach and both administrative and technical staff, along with the club’s supporters.

He praised all competing teams for their spirit and performance and reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to building a world-class sports sector.

The team thanked Sheikh Mohamed for his unwavering support of football and national sports.

UAE President receives Shabab Al Ahli team following title-winning season

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In another ceremony at Qasr Al-Bahr, Sheikh Mohamed also met members of the Presidential Camel Racing Team.

Sheikh Mohamed praised the team’s outstanding achievements and commended their strong performance at various festivals and competitions held across the UAE and other GCC countries during the 2024–2025 season.

His Highness also affirmed that the UAE’s support for camel racing stems from its deep-rooted connection to the nation's heritage and cultural identity.

His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, also attended the ceremony.