Dubai, United Arab Emirates – October 13, 2026
Red Bull and Al Ain Club have announced a new partnership aimed at supporting football talent development in the UAE and helping the club build on its past success in the country and across Asia, according to the companies.
To mark the start of the collaboration, the announcement says Red Bull paramotor athlete Dimitris Kolliakos arrived at Al Ain Club’s Hazza Stadium by paramotor.
Focus on talent development
Al Ain Club is described by the announcement as one of the UAE’s most successful football clubs, with the release stating the club has won the AFC Champions League twice. It also says the club has built a record of sustained success domestically and in Asian competitions.
The partnership, the release adds, is intended to combine Al Ain Club’s football heritage with Red Bull’s stated experience in elite sport, including high performance training and youth development.
According to the announcement, grassroots development will be a key focus. Red Bull claims its experience in training academies and youth scouting initiatives will support Al Ain Club in identifying and nurturing emerging players, with the aim of helping develop the next generation of UAE football talent.
International ambitions
The release says the strategic partnership will also help strengthen Al Ain Club’s foundations and support the club’s continued international ambitions. It states the collaboration will work across high performance, innovation and talent development, positioning the club to showcase UAE football to wider audiences.
In addition to football, Red Bull points to its broader sporting footprint across motorsport and extreme sports, describing this as part of its approach to developing talent and pursuing peak performance.
The announcement does not provide additional details on timelines, budgets, or specific programs, beyond stating that the partnership will center on talent development and high performance.