Wales face two-time champions South Africa in the first Rugby World Cup quarter-final at Twickenham today (7pm UAE time). The Springboks suffered a shock defeat to Japan in their opening match of the tournament, but bounced back to top their pool. Elsewhere in Cardiff, title holders New Zealand meet France in the other last-eight game tonight (11pm UAE time). Ireland, aiming for their first semi-final, take on Argentina tomorrow, while Scotland play Australia.
UAE to face Morocco in FIFA Arab Cup semi-final
The UAE national team is set to face its Moroccan counterpart for the FIFA Arab Cup 2025 semi-finals at Khalifa International Stadium on Monday in Doha, Qatar.
Mid East Falcons win the inaugural United Series Championship in Dubai
Shotaro Kasahara has allowed only two hits in six scoreless innings with six strikeouts to lead the Mid East Falcons to the first United Series championship in League history.
Arsenal must improve defensively despite win over Wolves, says Arteta
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta let rip at his players following their 2-1 Premier League home win over Wolverhampton Wanderers, saying their "horrible defensive habits" made the margin of victory narrower than it should have been.
Dubai Capitals secures thrilling nine-run victory over Abu Dhabi Knight Riders
The Dubai Capitals fended off the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders to secure a nine-run victory at the Zayed Cricket Stadium on Saturday.
Dominant pitching leads Mid East to series saving win over Mumbai
Kazuki Yabuta struck out eight and allowed only four hits and one run in 6.1 innings, and Haru Yoshioka had a perfect 2.2 relief with seven strikeouts, including a Fire Ball strikeout to end the game, to give Mid East Falcons the win 5-1 over Mumbai Cobras and tie the United Series (1-1).
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has discussed enhancing cooperation with Niko Christodoulides, President of Cyprus, as part of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations.
The UAE has inaugurated the Emirates Medical Centre in Khan Younis, south of the Gaza Strip, that aims to support the health sector across the territory by delivering urgent medical care.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has started his official visit to Cyprus with a reception ceremony held by President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia.
