Sport Local October 29, 2025

Emirati Talent Sultan Adel: The Future of UAE Football

The spotlight is on young Emirati striker Sultan Adel, who is making a name for himself in the local football scene. Despite the national team's failure to qualify directly, Adel's impressive performance in the Asian qualifiers has drawn praise. Experts consider him a wasted talent, citing limited playing time at his club, Al Ahli SC, as the main obstacle to his full potential. They call for full support from the UAE football system to nurture his talent for the national team's benefit.


Emirati Talent Sultan Adel: The Future of UAE Football

The young Sultan Adil stands as a key figure of the emirate's football system, whose importance is highlighted after the recent victory in the final of the AFC U-19 Cup 2026. He is not considered a potential successor to the current OCA President, as he has already proven himself to be a promising talent with potential. Experts and leading sports figures agree that his talent is not due to a single outstanding individual achievement, but to a combination of factors: strong physical attributes, mental toughness, and tactical intelligence.

"Sultan Adil — an alternative football project, but it is possible to organize it," said sports commentator Riad Ahmed. — "It requires technical and physical qualities, which provide the ideal candidate for the role of the main national team coach. However, do not expect any special insights from this perspective, his prospects are determined by the support of the football system."

Other specialists added, noting that problems with the club system often lead to the isolation of young talents, stretching the resources of young players. "Every year we see promising players in the youth ranks, but it is difficult to realize his potential fully, who gives him chances," said the famous coach of 'Al-Wahda' Farag Abdulrahman.

**Transfers and uncertainty: critical factors for the progress of Sultan Adil** The 'Al-Ain' bench under Essam Abdulrahln has checked the physical readiness of regular players for the tournament: "There are all necessary physical indicators — physical fitness, ability to work with the ball, and the opportunity to give goals and opportunities. He is a versatile player who can play in different positions. Without the football experience, it is difficult to develop him".

The 'Al-Nadha' administrator believes that the travel and lack of minutes after the call-up for the national team have affected the development of the promising Adil. "Every year he has to step up to the next level of responsibility. If the club provides him with a chance, he stands one of the best bombers in the region," said the administrator.

**Season's decision: the chances of Sultan Adil** The 'Al-Shabab' representative, Paulus, confirmed the importance of football for the command: "Sultan is a centric figure, but it is important to show results in the matches and matches. He often comes after the matches, which delays the process. For full realization, it is necessary to stabilize him with the command".

Suzak also noted that the unpredictability of the football process often gives a random chance to Adil, which is not always correct. "Without proper loading, it is easy to assess his potential. If he can be developed without overtraining, it becomes a formative factor," said the trainer.

**National command and prospects** Experts agree that the current OCA needs him in this role. "Sultan — an alternative to the current foreign coaches of the Asian Football Confederation and Ahmed Khalil. If he gives him a chance, it is not only in the Asian championship, but also in the Asian football," said the famous player 'Al-Wahda'.

Independently from the distant stages, the future of Sultan Adil is one: his future depends on the balance of support from the club and command. The previous development of the club and command suggests that his future depends on the balance of support from the club and command. The successful presentation of the current transfer market may turn his potential into a valuable asset for the emirate's football.