Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister, and Head of the Presidential Court, the official opening of the 13th edition of the Sheikh Mansoor bin Zayed Football Cup 2026 will take place on Thursday. The tournament will be held on the pitches of the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental in Abu Dhabi, organized by the Presidential Court's Sports Committee in cooperation with the UAE Football Association and the UAE Pro League. The tournament receives special attention from His Highness, who consistently supports sports and youth initiatives in the country. It aims to enhance the role of Ramadan events in encouraging the community to adopt an active lifestyle, improve quality of life, promote sports culture, and strengthen bonds among participants in a festive atmosphere.
