The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, the European Basketball League and Al -Ittihad Arena signed a cooperation agreement, according to which the emirate will host, for the first time in the region, the European Basketball League Finals, under the auspices of Turkish Airlines, next May, in Al -Ittihad Arena, on the island of Yas.
This agreement, which comes in coordination with the strategic partner of the League, is a great expansion of the championship towards new international markets, investing its 25 -year sporting legacy.
The league, by organizing the finals in Abu Dhabi, aspires to highlight the “fans’ passion” and its slogan “every important match.”
The Undersecretary of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, Saud Al -Hosani, said that the emirate has established its position as an incubator for sports creativity and a capital of various sports, the most prominent of which is basketball in the Middle East.
He added: “We welcome the European Basketball League hosted by the emirate for the first time in the region, and we will provide exceptional experiences, based on our record of organizing the most prominent sports championships,” calling on sports fans and fans of fun during their attendance. The European League contributes to the embodiment of Abu Dhabi’s position as an ideal destination for global level sports and competitions, and an attractive platform for basketball stars and its fans alike.
For his part, the European Basketball League President, Dijan Boderroga, said that Abu Dhabi hosting the final matches of the European Basketball League is an ambitious step, giving basketball fans at the regional and international levels the opportunity to enjoy the atmosphere Near to a distinctive tourist destination welcoming everyone.
The semi -final matches will take place between the four best European teams on Friday, May 23, while the third and final matches will be held on Sunday, May 25.
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