There is no tactic or strategy in the books of Football that Mahdi Yaqoob is not aware of. A solid player on the Emirates United football team was Mahdi Yaqoob, who is a football coach by profession. Coaching and playing for a team that is meeting for the first time on the pitch was a challenge he had never faced before but managed to guide the Emirates United side to a convincing 3-0 victory over the Indian All-Stars Football Team (ASFC).

Mahdi has been part of the UAE u20 League champions in the year 2005 and 2006, and has been a coach leading the men’s U16 Dubai spots council team to a staggering success!

MENews24/7 caught up with Mahdi Yaqoob to understand the team strategy and his experience of playing against ASFC! 

How was your overall experience playing against the All-Stars Football Club?

It was an honor to be a part of such an incredible event. Football is my stress reliever, therefore I’m always up for a friendly game. Both sides displayed outstanding sportsmanship throughout the evening, and it’s an evening that will definitely make me smile for years to come. 

What stood out for you at the event?

My favorite part was that it was played entirely for the benefit of humanity, with all money going to a worthwhile cause. It gives me great pleasure to know that I have contributed in a meaningful way towards society.