Abu Dhabi, UAE – The United arab Emirates (UAE) national football team is set to face Uzbekistan in a crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier. The match, part of the ninth round of qualifiers, will take place on June 5 at 8 p.m. at Al Nahyan Stadium in Abu Dhabi.

Training Regimen Under Coach Cosmin

Under the guidance of Romanian coach Olario Cosmin,the team will forgo any kind matches,focusing rather on intensive daily training sessions. These two-hour sessions, scheduled from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.,aim to maintain the players’ physical condition while honing tactical strategies.

The team initiated its training at the Zabeel Stadium in Dubai, fostering a positive atmosphere among players and staff. This optimism stems from a shared understanding of the importance of the upcoming matches against Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan.

Discipline and High Spirits

Players have demonstrated seriousness, discipline, and high morale during training, reflecting their commitment to the team’s goals. The current training camp in Dubai will last four days before the team relocates to Abu Dhabi.

Abu Dhabi Camp and Final Preparations

On June 1, the team will move to a closed camp at Al Jazira Club in Abu Dhabi, continuing their daily training until the match. The final training session is scheduled for June 4 at al Nahyan Stadium,the venue for the Uzbekistan game.

Coach Cosmin’s Vision

Prior to the Dubai camp, Coach Cosmin emphasized teamwork and the pursuit of a historic achievement: reaching the World Cup for the second time. He stressed the importance of unity, stating that everyone focused on the importance of working in the spirit of one team, leading to a new historical achievement for the UAE ball.

Strategic Planning

The technical and administrative staff, along with the Football Association, have developed a comprehensive plan to optimize the team’s readiness despite the limited time. Coach Cosmin prioritized players with strong physical and technical attributes in his selection process.

Player Updates

Junior nidai, a key player, has joined the team and is expected to participate in daily training sessions.

Kyrgyzstan Match

Following the Uzbekistan match, the team will travel to Kyrgyzstan on June 8 to compete in the final round of qualifiers on June 10.

Team Programme Leading Up to Uzbekistan Match

• Four days of daily exercises at Zabeel stadium in Al -Wasl Club.
• Move to Abu Dhabi on June 1 to begin a closed camp.
• Daily two-hour training sessions without any friendly matches.
• Final training session on June 4 at Al Nahyan Stadium.