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Brazil qualify for Qatar 2022 World Cup with Colombia win

Lucas Paqueta's instinctive strike gave Brazil a 1-0 World Cup qualifying win over Colombia on Thursday to book their place at Qatar 2022.

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Dar delivers detailed design and sustainability strategy for new Aramco Stadium in Al Khobar

one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies, in collaboration with leading real
estate company ROSHN has announced the commencement of construction on Aramco Stadium, Al Khobar’s new 47,000-spectator stadium which is planned to meet international standards for the world’s premier football competitions, such as the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, the FIFA World Cup 2034 — which the Kingdom is bidding to host — as well as other showpiece entertainment events. Dar Al-Handasah Consultants (Shair and Partners) — Dar — was responsible for developing and delivering the detailed design of this iconic new stadium, actualizing the signature architect’s vision of a stunning new structure inspired by the natural environment. Dar also delivered the detailed design of the mixed-use masterplan facilities and infrastructure. Dar’s sister Sidara company Maffeis Engineering – one of the world’s most specialized structural engineering consultancies – delivered the detailed design of the stunning and structurally unique roof and façade system. Dar also crafted the sustainability strategy for the stadium, targeting LEED and Mostadam certifications and setting exceptional standards for sustainable stadiums in hot climates, while aligning with Saudi Vision 2030, the Saudi Green Initiative and local and international regulations. The strategy includes measures for implementing passive and active energy efficiency incorporating demand response technologies, reducing water use, diverting
operational waste away from landfills, and specifying eco-friendly, local, and recycled products.

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UAE wins international beach soccer tournament title in China

The UAE national beach soccer team has won the title of the Belt and Road International Beach Soccer Tournament 2024, organised by the Chinese Football Association (CFA) in Weihai, China.

The UAE team secured the title after defeating the Chinese team in three consecutive matches, with the first match ending 4-2, the second 7-3, and the third 4-2.

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UAE youth team wins 18 medals at World Jiu-Jitsu Cup 2024 in Croatia

The UAE national Jiu-Jitsu youth team, sponsored by Mubadala Investment Company, concluded its participation in the World Jiu-Jitsu Cup 2024 in Zadar, Croatia, on Saturday evening.

The UAE champions won a total of 18 medals, including 5 gold, 6 silver, and 7 bronze, in this second edition of the tournament, which was organized by the International Jiu-Jitsu Federation and featured over 350 male and female athletes from 24 countries.

Fahad Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, thanked and congratulated the UAE’s wise leadership and its people on this well-deserved achievement, which further solidifies the country’s dominance in the global Jiu-Jitsu arena.

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