President Sheikh Mohamed congratulates Saudi Arabia on Arabian Gulf Cup triumph over UAE
President Sheikh Mohamed hailed the "high level of sportsmanship" on display after Saudi Arabia defeated the UAE in the Arabian Gulf Cup final on Tuesday. Sheikh Mohamed offered his congratulations after the Green Falcons secured a 2-0 victory in front of more than 60,000 fans in Jeddah. It was Saudi Arabia's first Arabian Gulf Cup crown for 22 years, and further extended the UAE's wait for their…
President Sheikh Mohamed extended congratulations to Saudi Arabia on their victory in the Arabian Gulf Cup final against the UAE. The Green Falcons secured a 2-0 win at the King Abdullah Sport City Stadium in Jeddah, marking their first title in 22 years and extending the UAE's wait for their third regional championship. The President commended King Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and the Saudi people for their success.
He also praised the high level of sportsmanship displayed by both teams during the match. In his tweet, President Sheikh Mohamed expressed his wish for continued success for Saudi Arabia in future sporting events. More than 12,000 Emirati fans had traveled to Jeddah to support their team, with the UAE Football Association chartering six aircraft to transport the supporters to the final match.
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