Balanced draw for the round of 16 of the UAE President's Cup

September 23, 2025 / 9:20 PM

Sharjah 24: The UAE Football Association conducted the draw for the Round of 16 of the UAE President’s Cup today, Tuesday, at Manarat Al Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi. The results set up a series of exciting knockout matches, with defending champions Shabab Al Ahli among the key contenders.

Sharjah to face First Division runner-up

Sharjah will travel to face the second-placed team from the First Division League on their home ground. The matchup promises to test Sharjah’s resolve as they begin their cup campaign away from home.

Shabab Al Ahli begin title defence against Al Bataeh

Defending champions Shabab Al Ahli have been drawn against Ittihad Kalba, with the match set to be played at Khalid bin Mohammed Stadium. The team will look to launch a strong defense of their title starting from the Round of 16.

Key round of 16 fixtures

Al Ain vs. First Division League Winner (at the latter’s home stadium)

Khorfakkan vs. Kalba (at Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qasimi Stadium)

Bani Yas vs. Al Nasr (at Al Maktoum Stadium)

Dibba vs. Al Wasl (at Dibba Stadium)

Al Jazira vs. Ajman (at Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium)

Al Wahda vs. Al Dhafra (at Al Nahyan Stadium)

Knockout format and future rounds

The President's Cup follows a knockout format, beginning with the Round of 16 and progressing through to the final, which will be held at Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium. Venues for the quarter-finals, semi-finals, and final will be determined based on the draw for each stage.