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Cahill keeps Socceroos on track for Russia

Cahill keeps Socceroos on track for Russia

Tim Cahill wasted no time in firing Australia to back-to-back World Cup qualifying wins as the Socceroos defeated UAE 1-0 in oppressive conditions at Mohammed Bin Zayed Stadium in the early hours of Wednesday morning (AEST). 7 Sep 2016
Jedi knock creates dilemma

Jedi knock creates dilemma

The Socceroos may be forced into a defensive re-shuffle with skipper Mile Jedinak in doubt for the 2018 World Cup qualifier against UAE on Wednesday morning (1.30am AEST). 6 Sep 2016
UAE ignores Ange 'fear' jibe

UAE ignores Ange 'fear' jibe

UAE coach Mahdi Ali has brushed off Socceroos counterpart Ange Postecoglou’s claim that the Emiratis should be “fearful” of the Asian champions. 6 Sep 2016
Asian Cup Qualifying: Trio make it to Australia

Asian Cup Qualifying: Trio make it to Australia

SAUDI Arabia, Bahrain and United Arab Emirates all qualified for the 2015 AFC Asian Cup with qualifying wins on Friday. 16 Nov 2013
Kiwis ready to take the heat against Saudis

Kiwis ready to take the heat against Saudis

NEW Zealand are preparing to brave the Middle East heat ahead of their OSN Cup opener against hosts Saudi Arabia on Thursday. 4 Sep 2013
Al Shabab turn down Ronaldinho approach

Al Shabab turn down Ronaldinho approach

UAE club Al Shabab Al Arabi have declined an approach from Ronaldinho calling him "overpriced" and uncontrollable. 8 Jul 2013
Holman: It was difficult leaving Europe

Holman: It was difficult leaving Europe

FORMER Aston Villa midfielder Brett Holman said it was a tough decision to leave Europe and sign for UAE Pro League side Al Nasr. 24 Jun 2013
Aussie trailblazer learning from some of the best

Aussie trailblazer learning from some of the best

UAE side Ajman have moved quickly to sign Aussie coach Huss Skenderovic for a further two years after the youth technical director attracted interest from other Pro League clubs. 15 May 2013
O'Leary wins compensation claim

O'Leary wins compensation claim

FIFA have ordered Al Ahli to pay David O'Leary 3.3 million pounds in compensation following his short spell in charge of the club. 4 May 2013
Lucas Neill in hunt for new club

Lucas Neill in hunt for new club

LUCAS Neill has been released for the second time in a year with United Arab Emirates club Al Wasl confirming on Twitter this morning that they had axed the Socceroos captain. 31 Jan 2013
Eriksson moots Beckham reunion

Eriksson moots Beckham reunion

Sven-Goran Eriksson believes David Beckham still has the ability to succeed in Europe and opened the door for a move to the United Arab Emirates. 23 Jan 2013
New role excites Eriksson

New role excites Eriksson

Sven-Goran Eriksson is excited about his new role of technical director of United Arab Emirates side Al Nasr. 22 Jan 2013
Flores Flags Mourinho Move To UAE

Flores Flags Mourinho Move To UAE

Al Ahly coach Quique Sanchez Flores believes Jose Mourinho would consider coaching in the UAE. 4 Jan 2013
End it like Beckham - A-League dream over?

End it like Beckham - A-League dream over?

SPECULATION is mounting that football superstar David Beckham is heading to the Middle East, with a possible move to the UAE Pro League. 20 Dec 2012
Nick Carle's Winging It At New UAE Club

Nick Carle's Winging It At New UAE Club

EXCLUSIVE: New club, new country and new position on the park – but adjusting to the latter is likely to prove the most challenging task for Nick Carle as he settles in to life in the UAE. 5 Nov 2012
Havenaar Strikes For Japan

Havenaar Strikes For Japan

Mike Havenaar struck a second-half winner as Japan edged the United Arab Emirates 1-0 in an international friendly on Thursday. 7 Sep 2012
Neill: Al Jazira Exit Was Strange

Neill: Al Jazira Exit Was Strange

SOCCEROOS skipper Lucas Neill has admitted he was surprised to be released by UAE club Al Jazira in the off-season. 4 Sep 2012
Bresciano Confirms Qatari Switch

Bresciano Confirms Qatari Switch

MARK Bresciano has confirmed he is leaving UAE Pro-League runners-up Al Nasr to join Qatari club Al Gharafa. 4 Aug 2012
Al Nasr Firm On Bresciano Exit

Al Nasr Firm On Bresciano Exit

UAE club Al Nasr have again had to move to quell talk of Socceroo Mark Bresciano's exit from the club after reports he had flown to Doha to complete a transfer to Al Gharafa. 30 Jul 2012
Al Wasl Replace Maradona With Metsu

Al Wasl Replace Maradona With Metsu

Al Wasl have replaced Diego Maradona with former Senegal national team coach Bruno Metsu on a two-year deal. 18 Jul 2012
Al Wasl Sack Maradona

Al Wasl Sack Maradona

Diego Maradona has been sacked as coach of UAE club Al Wasl. 11 Jul 2012