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Topic: UAE football

Arabian Gulf League: Ivan Jovanovic to script Al Nasr's path

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Jun 18, 2013 - Introductory press conference for Ivan Jovanovic, Al Nasr's new manager at Al Maktoum Stadium. ( Jaime Puebla / The National Newspaper ) *** Local Caption *** JP0617-Nasr03.jpg

Jun 18, 2013

As the Serbian readies his plans to bring the side to a top-three finish in the coming season, he also asks for something few coaches have been afforded in the UAE. Patience. John McAuley writes. Read Article Arabian Gulf League: Ivan Jovanovic to script Al Nasr's path

Pro League: Managerial mayhem for Al Nasr continues

Real Madrid's German coach Bernd Schuster reacts during his team's Champions League Group C soccer match against Werder Bremen in Bremen November 28, 2007. REUTERS/Alex Grimm (GERMANY) Picture Supplied by Action Images *** Local Caption *** 2007-11-28T213340Z_01_GRI12_RTRIDSP_3_SOCCER-CHAMPIONS.jpg

Jun 13, 2013

Another day, another coaching candidate ruled out. After Dan Petrescu says he is out of the running for Al Nasr's job due to a large release clause in his Dynamo Moscow contract, Bernd Schuster's name also is stricken from the list. The German is reportedly on his way to Malaga in the Primera Liga. Read Article Pro League: Managerial mayhem for Al Nasr continues

Pro League: Cosmin Olaroiu to be offered an extension at Al Ain

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Jun 11, 2013

Al Ain gave Cosmin Olaroiu an extension to 2015, removing rumours the Romanian would leave the Garden City club. Read Article Pro League: Cosmin Olaroiu to be offered an extension at Al Ain

Pro League: Al Ahli's season already at high noon

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Jun 11, 2013

After winning the league in 2009, the club blew through seven coaches. Quique Sanchez Flores, finally, brought stability and upward mobility. Stability just walked out the door. Read Article Pro League: Al Ahli's season already at high noon

 

Pro League: Bernd Schuster leading candidate to take reins at Al Nasr

Real Madrid's German coach Bernd Schuster reacts during his team's Champions League Group C soccer match against Werder Bremen in Bremen November 28, 2007. REUTERS/Alex Grimm (GERMANY) Picture Supplied by Action Images *** Local Caption *** 2007-11-28T213340Z_01_GRI12_RTRIDSP_3_SOCCER-CHAMPIONS.jpg

Jun 09, 2013

Al Nasr are expected to announce Bernd Schuster, a former Real Madrid coach, will be taking over the Dubai club. Read Article Pro League: Bernd Schuster leading candidate to take reins at Al Nasr

 

Pro League: Ibrahim Diaky leaves Al Jazira to join Al Ain

Ibrahim Diaky, centre, has left Al Jazira after nine years to join Pro League champions Al Ain. Jake Badger for The National

Jun 09, 2013

The Ivorian is released by the Abu Dhabi club and joins the Pro League champions on a two-year deal. Read Article Pro League: Ibrahim Diaky leaves Al Jazira to join Al Ain

 

Pro League: Al Ahli have a recipe for success if they can keep the cook

Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates- May,28, 2013: Al Ahli coach Enrique Sanchez Flores gestures during their match against Al Shabab in the President's Cup final at the Jazira Mohamed Bin Zayed Stadium in AbuDhabi. ( Satish Kumar / The National ) For Sports

Jun 08, 2013

Having finished second behind Al Ain in the Pro League, Al Ahli have wasted no time in strengthening their squad in an effort to become the country's No 1 team next season.  Read Article Pro League: Al Ahli have a recipe for success if they can keep the cook

 

Pro League: Al Ain move into pole position in Ibrahim Diaky transfer chase

Diaky Ibrahim of Al Jazira takes on Mohamed Jamal of Al Wasl during the Etisalat Pro League match between Al Wasl and Al Jazira at Zabeel Stadium, Dubai on the 9th November 2012. Credit: Jake Badger for The National

Jun 08, 2013

Pro League champions Al Ain now seem to be the likely landing spot for Ibrahim Diaky, althouth Al Ahli is still in play. Or he could remain with Al Jazira. Read Article Pro League: Al Ain move into pole position in Ibrahim Diaky transfer chase

 

Pro League: Oman's Abdulsalam Al Mukhaini joins ranks of Baniyas

Jun 07, 2013

Abdulsalam Al Mukhaini will join Baniyas from Saudi Arabia's Al Raed on a one-year loan. Read Article Pro League: Oman's Abdulsalam Al Mukhaini joins ranks of Baniyas

 

Brazil 2014: A big gulf to bridge in the world of football

Ismail Matar and his UAE teammates, red, have improved in recent times but that run of form came too late from November 2011 when they lost to South Korea at home in the World Cup qualifiers. Mike Young / The National

Jun 03, 2013

That Gulf struggles are down to a drop in standards is beyond debate. Only the UAE, Gulf Cup winners in January, can claim any improvement over the last two years. Read Article Brazil 2014: A big gulf to bridge in the world of football

 

Pro League: Sven-Goran Eriksson leaves Dubai club Al Nasr after four months

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, MAY 26, 2013. Internationaly renowned coach Sven-Goran Eriksson photographed at his office at Al Nasr Club, Al Maktoum stadium in Dubai. (ANTONIE ROBERTSON / The National)

Jun 03, 2013

Sven-Goran Eriksson is leaving Al Nasr with rumours circulating that China and a return to club coaching will be next. John McAuley reports. Read Article Pro League: Sven-Goran Eriksson leaves Dubai club Al Nasr after four months

 

Pro League: Brazilian Kaio to replace countryman Jussie at Al Wasl

Jun 02, 2013

Al Wasl will announce that Brazilian Kaio will be replacing his countryman at the Dubai club. Read Article Pro League: Brazilian Kaio to replace countryman Jussie at Al Wasl

 

Boris Kabi will think over a move from Ajman, unless he hears otherwise

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Feb 15 2012,Al Wasl v Ajman- (left orange kit) Ajman's #12 Boris Kabi drive the ball past a al wasl defender at Al Wasl Sports Complex. Mike Young The National?

May 30, 2013

In-demand striker prepared for move away from club, although reiterates he is happy at Ajman. Al Nasr and Al Wahda said to be interested.  Read Article Boris Kabi will think over a move from Ajman, unless he hears otherwise

 

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