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WorldJun 23
Cheering the Underdogs: How UAE Fans Are Backing Egypt and Japan
With large expat communities and a soft spot for a giant-killer, the UAE is a natural home for dark-horse support this World Cup.
By Sara Qureshi
WorldAug 26Stadium Diplomacy: The Logic Behind the Gulf's Sports Spree
Hosting tournaments and buying clubs is not vanity; it is a calculated bid for relevance, tourism and a softer global image.
By Diego Arroyo
BusinessNov 27The Saudi Pro League and the Kingdom's Sports Land Grab, Explained
Ronaldo was the opening bid; the real game is reshaping global sport and Saudi society at once.
By Diego Arroyo