Women’s Asia Cup in Dubai, Premier League, US Open: The big Gulf News weekend sports preview

Dubai: As the sporting season resumes, the weekend is set to deliver an array of thrilling events across the globe. From cricket in Dubai to football in England, tennis in New York, and golf in Atlanta, fans can look forward to an exciting weekend of action.

Cricket: In Dubai, the DP World Women's T20 Asia Cup is the star attraction. The tournament features eight Asian teams, with matches taking place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium over two and a half weeks. The UAE will kick off their campaign against Sri Lanka this weekend, followed by India's clash against Thailand on Sunday evening.

Football: The Premier League resumes with Manchester City hosting Crystal Palace on Friday night. Erling Haaland is set to make his Premier League debut for the Citizens. Other notable matches include Arsenal vs Aston Villa and Tottenham vs Newcastle. On the women's side, the US Open tennis tournament kicks off in New York with defending champion Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic in the same half of the draw.

Women's singles matches see top seeds Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff make their respective debuts. Golf: In Atlanta, the Tour Championship is underway, with Min Woo Lee currently leading after a five-under 65. Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy is in contention after posting a 68 in his second round attempt. Closer to home, the ADNOC Pro League kicks off in Dubai with the first Dubai Derby as Al Wasl face Shabab Al Ahli. Both teams have won their opening matches, making it a crucial fixture in the league.