The Kanoo Group Celebrates as Official Partner Shabab Al Ahli Clinches Historic President's Cup 2025 Victory

In a display of unrivaled dominance that will echo through UAE football history, Shabab Al Ahli Dubai FC captured the President's Cup with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Sharjah FC on Friday 9th May 2025, completing an unprecedented quadruple that cements their status as the region's most formidable club.

The triumph at Mohamed bin Zayed Stadium marked Shabab Al Ahli's 11th President's Cup title, but more significantly, it represented the culmination of an extraordinary season that saw the Dubai powerhouse sweep every major trophy within reach.

The final victory completes a remarkable collection of silverware includes The President’s Cup, the ADNOC Pro League championship, the UAE Super Cup (claimed against Al Wasl), and the UAE-Qatar Super Cup (versus Al Rayyan). No club in UAE history has achieved such comprehensive excellence within a single season.

H.H. Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, personally crowned the champions after the match, recognizing what many observers are already calling the most dominant season in UAE football history.

Corporate Support Fuels Success

Behind Shabab Al Ahli's on-field excellence stands a network of committed sponsors, with The Kanoo Group serving as a cornerstone of support as a gold sponsor. Mishal Kanoo, Chairman of The Kanoo Group, expressed unbridled enthusiasm following the historic victory.

"This fantastic season culminated in a well-deserved victory that showcases the team's dedication and talent," Mishal stated. "As proud gold sponsors of Shabab Al Ahli Dubai FC, we are honored to support their journey to success."

The Kanoo Group's involvement extends beyond financial backing. During the playoff season, the company engaged fans through its travel division, Kanoo Travel, by awarding five lucky football fan supporters’ all-inclusive trips to Georgia, complete with round-trip airfare and luxury accommodations.

Looking Ahead

As Shabab Al Ahli basks in the glow of their unprecedented achievement, questions naturally turn to what lies ahead. Can any club in the region match their current level of excellence? Will this remarkable collection of players remain intact for another campaign?

What remains certain is that this team has established a benchmark against which all future UAE club successes will be measured. Their remarkable quadruple not only demonstrates their superiority within domestic competition but positions them as standard-bearers for Gulf football on the continental stage.

For now, however, Shabab Al Ahli's players, staff, and supporters have earned the right to savor this historic moment—a perfect season that will be remembered.

"We look forward to continuing our partnership with Shabab Al Ahli Club and celebrating many more victories together," Mishal Kanoo added.

In a region increasingly recognized for its football ambition, Shabab Al Ahli has delivered a season for the ages—a campaign that transforms a team into a legacy.