Former director of football club "Nasr" and sports analyst Khalid Abid expressed the opinion that physical training and methods used in preparing Emirati players do not contribute to their professional development abroad. He urged clubs to collaborate with agents of players and actively send young talents abroad to ensure they have a solid foundation for developing physical skills and talent, as well as global opportunities for potential professional careers outside the country. Abid noted that professional football should pay more attention to young talents who represent the foundation of the future and educate Emirati players on proper nutrition that prevents injuries and allows them to cope with the challenges of modern football.
He emphasized the importance of early talent development and the transition of young players to global academies that pay greater attention to skill development and professional careers. Abid highlighted the importance of establishing healthy eating patterns suited to each player individually, which can significantly contribute to their adaptation and success in the world of professional football.
Analyst Majid Al-Flasi stressed that the current realities of football in the UAE do not allow players to calculate on a successful career in European leagues. He pointed out that most clubs strive for players in the main squad to be residents, which diminishes the chances of local footballers. He also emphasized that the youth structures are currently not paying attention to local players as well as foreign footballers, which affects the participation of young talents in national teams.
Manager for working with footballers Mohamad Al-Hadiri is confident that the lack of impetus for players to transition to European leagues is one of the reasons why Emirati footballers do not seek professional careers abroad. He noted that all conditions for a comfortable life and career growth are available in the country, prompting players to stay local. He stressed that in the general public perception, football is seen as a hobby rather than a profession, which distinguishes Emirati footballers from players in other footballing nations.
Riyadov pointed out that professional football requires a serious approach and a specific lifestyle that may not be appealing to Emirati players. He expressed the opinion that it is necessary to change the approach to the training and development of young talents and create conditions conducive to successful professional careers abroad.
