Al Muhamadi reappointed as FIFA Beach Soccer Cmte. ambassador

Sharjah 24: Walid Al Muhamadi, captain of the UAE beach soccer national team, expressed pride in his reappointment as an ambassador for FIFA's Beach Soccer Committee for the eighth consecutive year, highlighting the sport's global prestige, especially in the UAE.

Recognising Al Muhamadi’s contributions

Al Muhamadi was appointed as the sport's Middle East ambassador in acknowledgment of his significant contributions to the UAE national team across various regional, continental, and international competitions.

Expanding the Sport of Beach Soccer

Thanking the committee for their continued trust, Al Muhamadi emphasized the responsibility to grow the sport further. He plans to expand beach soccer by organizing competitions, youth training programs, and promoting the sport to young men and women.

Beach Soccer's global growth

Al Muhamadi noted that beach soccer is growing in popularity worldwide, particularly after the UAE hosted the 2024 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup in Dubai. He also mentioned that Africa is likely to host the event soon, signaling the sport's increasing popularity.

UAE National Team training for AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup

The UAE national team is currently training in Thailand in preparation for the 11th AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup, which will be held from March 20 to 30 in Pattaya, Thailand. This tournament also serves as a qualifier for the 2024 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup in Seychelles.

UAE Team’s impressive ranking and young talent

Al Muhamadi highlighted that the UAE national team is ranked first in Asia, first in the Arab world, and sixth globally, one of its highest rankings ever, achieved again after 2014. The team has also welcomed bright new talent following the recent World Cup.