The stage is set for the first UAE-Qatar Super Cup, a landmark football event underscoring the collaborative spirit between the United Arab Emirates and Qatar.
The announcement was made on Friday at the prestigious Doha's Mandarin Oriental in Qatar, where officials from both countries gathered to sign and celebrate the creation of this new chapter in regional sports.
The signing ceremony saw UAE Pro League chairman His Excellency Abdulla Naser Al Jneibi and Vice-President of the Qatar Football Association (QFA) Mohammad Khalifa Al Suwaidi solidifying the commitment to this joint venture.
The event was attended by a host of renowned sports personalities and representatives from international media.
The tournament will commence in Doha on April 12, 2024, with the first event, the UAE-Qatar Super Cup, showcasing a match between the 2022-2023 UAE's President’s Cup winner Sharjah and the 2022-2023 Qatar's Amir Cup champion Al Arabi.
The excitement continues with the UAE-Qatar Super Cup Shield scheduled for April 13, 2024, in Dubai, featuring a face-off between the 2022-2023 ADNOC Pro League champions Shabab Al Ahli and the 2022-2023 Qatar Stars League winners Al Duhail.