Sport Local March 01, 2025

Al Bataeh Wins 12th Indoor Football Championship

The Al Bataeh indoor football team celebrated its twelfth title, winning the UAE Cup after defeating Khor Fakkan. Coach Adnan Mohammed Al Houli emphasized the importance of management support for sustained success.


Al Bataeh Wins 12th Indoor Football Championship

The "Al Bataeh" football team for indoor football has increased the number of championships won since it started participating in indoor football tournaments to 12 titles. The latest of these was the Trophy of the OAE, won against the "Khor Fakkan" team after victory over them in both the home and away matches with scores (6-3) and (1-0) respectively. This marked the second title won by "Al Bataeh" this season after winning the Super Cup, which is a rarity for teams playing in indoor facilities in the OAE.

The head coach of "Al Bataeh" with extensive experience, Adnan Muhammad Al Khali, played a significant role in the team's achievements, helping them win 12 titles. Under his leadership, "Al Bataeh" won the OAE Cup four times, became the champion of the general championship three times, won the Super Cup twice, and also the Cup of the Federation, as well as the Cup of the international tournament "Khor Fakkan".

Al Khali expressed happiness over the victory in the OAE Cup, emphasizing that the support of the club's administration has been an essential part of the team's success in developing football in indoor facilities. He stated that while winning local championships is nice, the team's goal is to compete for the title in the general championship, requiring them to work hard against other teams. Al Khali also pointed out that the team's efforts are focused on professional development and training of its members, so they can succeed at upcoming Arab and international competitions.

The coach expressed gratitude to the club management led by Hamad bin Hamuda Al Kutbi for their support of the team; the coaching and administrative personnel are dedicated to the development and improvement of players, especially local talents. He characterized the "Khor Fakkan" team as the main competitor of "Al Bataeh" in winning indoor football tournaments, remarking it as a 'leading team in indoor football'.