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SPORT & LEISURE - FIFA WORLD YOUTH CHAMPIONSHIP 2003
UAE leaves strong mark on world soccer map, on and off the field
posted on 21/12/2003
Great and many are the gains for the UAE in the FIFA Under 20 World Youth Cup which the country hosted over the past 23 days. The biggest and most important was the promotion for the country as it put UAE in the lime light of the football world. The good facilities provided to all the participants whether players, officials, referees or media personnel was unprecedented and has left a good impression ensuring that all visitors will leave the country with sweet memories.
On the field, the UAE team of promising youngsters achievements was beyond their dreams despite their disappointing start of their campaign when they lost the opener 4-1 against Slovakia. They finished as the first team in Asia and seventh on the world level. The young players have gained valuable experience playing against superior teams, physically and tactically, and were able to prove their capabilities and earned the respect of the whole world.
The tournament unearthed a number of promising youngsters. Ismail Matar, who was selected as the tournament's " Best Player" is one of those. Ali Al Waheebi, the right wing back, and Ismail Rabie, the custodian, are also two of the local players who fared exceptionally well in the tournament. The team have created a bond with the local football fans who came out in numbers to support the young players, which makes a pleasant change as the stadiums used to be empty in the past.
The attendance, which was one of the areas that had worried the organisers prior to the event, proved to be a factor of success. The stadiums were always full and the final match was attended by over 55,000 spectators.
The Mondial succeeded in ending the spectators embargo of the matches and everyone is optimistic that a new relationship between the fans and the game will flourish which will benefit the domestic game. Off the field, the success was great. It is more evident in the comment of Jack Warner, the Vice President of FIFA, who hoped that the UAE will apply to FIFA to host more international events.
Earning the confidence of FIFA is vital for the future and will surely turn useful when the UAE does apply for a major tournament. The good news is that General Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Minister of Defence, has instructed the authorities of Dubai to build an international sports city in the near future. It is another gain of the FIFA Under 20 World Cup. (The Gulf News)
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UAE’s Matar voted Best Player
posted on 21/12/2003
 Another proud moment for the UAE and the host national captain Ismail Matar, virtually unknown at the world youth level was awarded the Adidas Golden Ball by votes from journalists covering the 14th FIFA World Youth Championship. Matar clinched the coveted Adidas Golden Ball from Brazilians Dudu and Daniel in another moment of glory for the host nation who beat Australia to reach the last eight for their best ever achievement in the youth championship. (The Khaleej Times)
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Mohammed bin Zayed decorates Warner and Hammam with Zayed Medal
posted on 20/12/2003
 Lt. General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chief of Staff of the UAE Armed Forces yesterday decorated Jack Warner, FIFA Vice President and Mohammed bin Hammam, President of Asian Federation, with the Zayed Medal in recognition of their efforts to support the UAE in successful bid to host the World Youth Championship 2003.The two officials were decorated with the medal here today shortly before the beginning of the final match at the Zayed Sport City. Sheikh Mohammed thanked the two officials and wished them every success. For his part, Warner honoured the High Organising Committee, headed by Sheikh Saeed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Seaport Authority. (The Emirates News Agency, WAM)
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UAE battle hard for victory
posted on 02/12/2003
 Hosts UAE revived their hopes of reaching the second round of the FIFA World Youth Championships with a hard-earned 2-1 victory over Panama in a Group A match at the Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium yesterday. The UAE collected their first three points while their opponents are yet to open their account.
The UAE started the match pressing forward for a goal and their efforts were soon rewarded when Belgian referee awarded them a penalty 15 minutes into the game following a foul by Armando Gun against Ali Al Waheebi inside the penalty box. Shihab Abdullah converted correctly from the spot.
The home defenders failed to clear a corner kick and advancing defender Armando Gun was sent clear with only Ismail Rabie, the UAE custodian to beat, which he did correctly. Later Abdullah Mallullah watched in disbelief as he saw his fierce shot, two minutes into injury time, rebound from the upright following a fast counter attacking move with Ismail Matar being the provider.
In the second half, the home players attacked more fiercely capitalising on the reduction in numbers of their rivals. But lack of concentration deprived them from an early goal as Shihab, Salih Hamad and Ridha Abdul Hadi all missed good chances. But the UAE were rewarded for their determination when Salih Hamad scored the match winner in the 34th minute, with a diving header.
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Make-or-mar match for UAE
posted on 01/12/2003
 Hosts UAE face Panama in a crucial Group A world youth cup encounter at the Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium tonight. Kickoff is at 8:30 pm. It is a match that no team can afford to lose; as a loss would mean a reduction in their hopes of reaching the second round since both teams have lost their respective openers to Slovakia and Burkina Faso respectively.
Both teams have prepared seriously for tonight's game. Their players trained the next day after their opening game and realise what another loss could mean to their youth world cup hopes. They are thus determined not to lose. (The Gulf News)
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Maktoum opens FIFA World Youth Cup
posted on 28/11/2003
 His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, opened yesterday the 14th FIFA Under 20 World Cup at Zayed Sports City. The three-week tournament is being held under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. The opening ceremony featured a magnificent musical extravaganza.
The UAE has spent more than Dh 180 million to upgrade seating, lighting and playing and media facilities at the six host stadiums. Organisers said hosting world's youth soccer's pinnacle event will help the UAE to strengthen its capability to become a leading host of major international events, following its successful staging of the September WB-IMF meetings. The last World Youth Championship, held in Argentina in 2001, saw 149 goals scored at an average of almost three a game. (The Emirates News Agency, WAM)
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Maktoum awards Zayed Order to Blatter
posted on 28/11/2003
 His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, decorated yesterday FIFA President Jospeh Blatter with the Zayed Order in recognition of his great efforts in serving the world football. The honour is the highest accolade and awarded only to kings and head of states.
The function was attended by Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and UAE Minister of Finance and Industry, General Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Crown Prince and UAE Defence Minister, Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister, Saeed Mohammed Al Kindi, Speaker of the Federal National Council, Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Saeed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Higher Organising Committee for the 14th FIFA Under 20 World Cup, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Director General of the President's Office, Jack Warner, FIFA Vice President and a number of sheikhs, senior officials and famous sports figures. (The Emirates News Agency, WAM)
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Zayed welcomes world youth championship participants
posted on 28/11/2003
 President H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan gave yesterday a warm welcome to the participants of the Under 20 World Youth Championship being hosted by the UAE. 'We welcome you in the land of great dreams ..... the land of peace .... the land of fraternity, dedication and giving ... the land of the UAE, the President said in a recorded welcoming address at the opening of the championship. Sheikh Zayed hoped the big sport gathering would end up happily and pleasantly.
'Today's championship is a new addition to world sports history and a fresh achievment to the UAE for hosting all kinds of global events ... it is a real achievement in terms of sport, administrative, organisational and artistic levels,' he added. 'From the UAE the tree of dream spreads its shadows into the future which will be promising by your effort, creativity and sacrifice,' he said. Meanwhile, FIFA President Joseph Blatter said the UAE would offer the best facilities to ensure success of the championship. He hailed the great efforts made by the organising committee under the chairmanship of Sheikh Saeed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. He noted the end of 2003 had seen dramatic changes not only at the FIFA but at the whole world.
The championship was scheduled for March but was postponed for external reasons. Sheikh Saeed said the UAE, under the leadership of Sheikh Zayed, was keen to make the tournamnet go down the history as unforgettable sport event. 'We hope the world event would achieve the aspired goals for humanitarian contact between nations and spread peace and love among them,' he said. (The Emirates News Agency, WAM)
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Mohammed, Blatter discuss sports role in bringing peace to nations
posted on 28/11/2003
 General Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Crown Prince and UAE Defence Minister, received yesterday FIFA President Jospeh Blatter at the sidelines of the opening of World Youth Championship which kicked off today. The meeting reviewed ways of how the world most popular game could bring nations closer together and consolidate peaceful co-existences, peace and love without borders and discrimination.
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Mohammed affirmed to Blatter that the UAE is sending through the world youths and its sportsmen messages of love and peace to other nations of the world for the sake of a globe free of conflicts, poverty and hunger. Blatter appreciated the UAE's efforts to inculcate and enhance the values of tolerance and inter-cultural harmony. He thanked the UAE authorities for the warm reception and the wonderful organisation of the championship. (The Emirates News Agency, WAM)
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Maktoum to open FIFA World Youth Cup tonight
posted on 27/11/2003
 Under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, will open the 14th FIFA Under 20 World Cup at Zayed Sports City tonight.
The opening ceremony will feature a magnificent musical extravaganza followed by the opening match between hosts the UAE and Slovakia at 8.30pm. Sheikh Saeed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the LOC, attended the last rehearsal of the opening ceremony and inspected all the sub-organising committees at work on Tuesday. Admission to tonight's opening ceremony will be free as Sheikh Saeed has bought all the tickets for both the opening and closing ceremonies. More than 40,000 fans are expected to attend the opening tonight.
The organisers will be offering valuable prizes on raffles on the free tickets at all venues in Dubai, Sharjah, Al Ain and Abu Dhabi. Several international figures, including FIFA President Sepp Blatter, will attend the opening ceremony. Both Sheikh Saeed and Blatter will deliver their keynote addresses tonight. (The Gulf News)
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