Emirates Partners with Al Ain FC for 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

Abu Dhabi: Emirates and Al Ain Football Club have announced a partnership that designates the airline as an Official Partner of the Club. This collaboration coincides with Al Ain FC's achievement of securing a spot in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, scheduled to commence on June 14 in the United States. Additionally, Emirates will serve as the Official Airline Partner of the Club for the 2025/26 season. According to Emirates News Agency, this partnership highlights the airline's dedication to bolstering the UAE's reputation as a premier sports destination and a hub for elite athletic events and professional clubs. The nation's thriving football environment has nurtured remarkable talent and equipped clubs to perform on the global stage. During the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, the Emirates logo will be prominently displayed on the sleeve and back of the Club's training jerseys for both home and international matches starting next season. Emirates will also benefit from brand exposure at home games at the Hazza bi n Zayed Stadium in Al Ain, along with promotional rights, digital and advertising opportunities on the Club's media platforms, as well as player access and hospitality rights. H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, expressed satisfaction with the partnership, stating that it allows the airline to play a larger role in local UAE football, support the sport's development, and nurture homegrown talent. He emphasized the airline's commitment to creating pathways for emerging talent and fostering cross-cultural sporting exchanges. Sheikh Sultan Bin Hamdan Bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, Chairman of Al Ain Football Club Company Board of Directors, expressed pride in representing the UAE at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup and excitement about the association with Emirates Airline. He acknowledged Emirates as a global pioneer and ambassador for the UAE, underscoring the partnership's role in enhancing national pride and purpose during the tournament. He further noted that the Emirates brand's association with prominent clubs worldwide has become a significant influence in shaping the global sporting landscape. The partnership exemplifies national unity and highlights that sporting excellence includes strategic collaborations that drive progress. Al Ain Football Club remains committed to representing the UAE with distinction on the global stage. In addition to its agreement with Al Ain FC, Emirates also sponsors the UAE Pro League, which consists of 14 professional football clubs competing each season for the national title, along with events for different age groups, domestic cups, and continental qualification.