Dubai to host inaugural uae netball cup this june

Dubai, UAE – 20 May 2025 – The UAE Netball Federation, in partnership with Falcon and Associates, is proud to announce the launch of the inaugural UAE Netball Cup 2025 – a new female international netball tournament set to energise Dubai's sporting scene and spotlight the growing momentum behind women's sport in the region.

 

Taking place at Al Nasr Sports Hall, Dubai, from 15–21 June 2025, the week-long event brings together six national teams ranked between 18th and 30th in the world: The UAE, USA, Republic of Ireland, Singapore, Kenya and Namibia.

 

Fans can expect a thrilling week of action with a fast-paced round robin format, with three matches daily from 15–17 June and 19–20 June, culminating in the final day of matches on Saturday 21 June.

 

Currently ranked 23rd in the world, the UAE Falcons will compete with ambition to climb the international rankings. Led by a core of familiar, experienced athletes, the team is also celebrating the introduction of a new generation of talent. Several young players have successfully progressed through the UAE's U17 and U21 national pathways to earn their place in the senior squad for the first time. This exciting mix of youth and experience reflects the strength and depth of netball development across the Emirates.

 

As they prepare to face top international competition, the UAE Falcons are focused on showcasing their resilience, teamwork, and national pride. With their sights set on a podium finish, the team is calling on fans across the country to get behind them as they aim to make Saturday's finals a true moment of national celebration.

 

This officially recognised World Netball event marks a major milestone for the sport in the UAE, setting the stage for future global tournaments, championing female athletes, and adding another exciting fixture to Dubai's world-class sporting calendar.

 

For more information and the full event schedule, please visit https://www.uaenetball.org/. To purchase tickets from just AED 40 per day, visit https://dubai.platinumlist.net/event-tickets/98805/uae-netball-cup.