The Arabian Gulf Super Cup, pitting 2013/14 Arabian Gulf League champions Al Ahli against President's Cup holders Al Ain, will be played on Friday in Abu Dhabi. John McAuley breaks down the who, what, where and when of the match.
What: Traditionally, the Arabian Gulf Super Cup is the curtain-raiser to the UAE football season, played just prior to the beginning of the new Arabian Gulf League campaign. It pits the previous season's league winners against the holders of the President's Cup. The match was postponed last September, since Al Ain, the cup holders, were contesting the semi-finals of the Asian Champions League. Now leading the domestic standings, they face Al Ahli, the current UAE champions, in the rescheduled tie.
Where? Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi (Al Jazira's home ground). Located on Muroor Road across from the Dusit Thani.
When? Friday March 27, 7:20pm
How can I attend? Tickets are available from the two clubs, as well as on general sale at the Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium: Tuesday-Thursday, 10am-1pm and 4pm-9pm. Limited tickets can be bought on the day, from 2pm until kick-off. There will be a dedicated family section at Gate 19. Gates 10, 11 & 17 are allocated to fans of Al Ahli, while Gates 21, 27 & 28 are reserved for Al Ain fans.
When will the teams be put through their final paces? Official training sessions will take place on the pitch at the Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium after the teams' pre-match press conferences on Thursday evening. Al Ahli's session is 7pm-8pm, with Al Ain's 8:15pm-9:15pm.
How can I share my Arabian Gulf Super Cup experience? Use the official match hashtag #AGSuperCup to share your thoughts on the game on Twitter and Instagram.
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