Al-Nakhil Sports Club in the municipality of Zella concluded its 2026 Ramadan Junior Football League with Al-Ain team securing the championship title. The victory came after a tightly contested final match against Al-Markaz team, which ended 1-0 in favor of Al-Ain. The game featured high competition and exchanged attacks between the two sides until Al-Ain managed to score the decisive goal, sealing the win amidst a notable turnout of local football enthusiasts and fans.
Rashid Al-Kilani, head of the league’s organizing committee, praised the impressive performance of the players—all born in 2011—throughout the tournament, noting that the final was an excellent showcase of youth talent and sportsmanship. He pointed out that while Al-Markaz entered the match as the defending champions, Al-Ain’s determination allowed them to clinch the title this year. Al-Kilani emphasized that the primary goal of organizing such events is to provide a competitive platform for juniors to gain experience and highlight rising stars. Furthermore, he highlighted the club’s commitment to enhancing sports facilities to better support these promising athletes and nurture their potential for the future.