Football is truly the most-loved sport in Dubai. Over the years, it has carved a niche of its own in the minds of sports aficionados across the emirate. Just like all other sports in Dubai, football fever has gripped the locals of this city. The sport grew from strength to strength with the participation of star footballers in the tournaments held here.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has a total of 26 football clubs, with more than 150 payers each. The UAE Football Association (UAEFA) was formed in the year 1971, and got affiliated to the FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association) the following year.

Regular international training camps with world-renowned players are held every summer to promote the sport locally. Regional tournaments are held on an on-going basis such as: