World Cup - What's On https://whatson.ae/section/world-cup/ Things to do in Dubai & the UAE Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:12:05 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 World Cup 2026: Quarter-final kick-off times in the UAE https://whatson.ae/2026/07/world-cup-2026-quarter-finals-kick-off-times-in-the-uae/ Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:12:05 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=392427 The World Cup 2026 quarter-finals begin this week, with eight teams competing for a place in the last four Can you believe it – the World Cup 2026 moves into the Quarter-Finals this weekend as the remaining eight teams battle for a place in the semi-finals. With the competition now deep into its final knockout […]

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]]> Sheikh Mohammed congratulates Morocco on World Cup quarter-final qualification https://whatson.ae/2026/07/sheikh-mohammed-congratulates-morocco-on-world-cup-quarter-final-qualification/ Sun, 05 Jul 2026 09:35:26 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=392375 The Dubai Ruler shared a message of congratulations after Morocco secured a place in the World Cup quarter-finals HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, took to X, to congratulate the Atlas Lions after they secured a spot in the quarter-finals of the World Cup. ألف […]

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]]> World Cup 2026: Round of 16 kick-off times in the UAE https://whatson.ae/2026/07/world-cup-2026-round-of-16-kick-off-times-in-the-uae/ Fri, 03 Jul 2026 04:48:16 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=392325 Your guide to every Round of 16 fixture and when to watch them in UAE time It may be hard to believe, but the World Cup moves into the Round of 16 this weekend on Saturday, July 4, 2026. After an action-packed Round of 32, just 16 teams remain in contention for football’s biggest prize. […]

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]]> World Cup 2026: Round of 32 kick-off times in the UAE https://whatson.ae/2026/06/world-cup-2026-round-of-32-kick-off-times-in-the-uae/ Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:34:57 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=391892 Your guide to every Round of 32 fixture and when to watch them in UAE time The World Cup 2026 is entering knockout territory, and things are about to get seriously intense. From early kick-offs to late-night clashes, here’s the Round of 32 schedule – all converted into UAE time so you know exactly when […]

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]]> 6 fun things to do in Abu Dhabi this week: June 29 to July 2 https://whatson.ae/2026/06/things-to-do-in-abu-dhabi-this-week-june-29-to-july-2-2026/ Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:11:22 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=391879 Your guide to what’s worth checking out in Abu Dhabi Looking for some cool things to do in Abu Dhabi this week? From a striking new photography exhibition and café visits to World Cup matches and live music nights, there’s plenty happening across the city. Here are 6 fun things to do in Abu Dhabi […]

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]]> Experience every second of the World Cup at HuQQabaz https://whatson.ae/2026/06/experience-every-second-of-the-world-cup-at-huqqabaz/ Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:11:37 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=391055 Sponsored: A stylish spot to soak up the world’s biggest sporting spectacle The World Cup action is slowly heating up, and if you’re on the lookout for a spot to soak it all in, paired with elevated hospitality, look no further than HuQQabaz. The Turkish restaurant is screening every match across its three Dubai locations*, […]

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]]> Big screens, big goals: Catch the World Cup at The Irish Village https://whatson.ae/2026/06/big-screens-big-goals-catch-the-world-cup-at-the-irish-village/ Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:53:29 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=391141 Sponsored: Why The Irish Village is a go-to spot for World Cup action With the FIFA World Cup 2026 in full swing, The Irish Village is serving up its matchday experience across its Al Garhoud and Studio One Hotel venues. Fans can catch every game in a lively, laid-back atmosphere, complete with big screens, live […]

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]]> World Cup in Dubai: The best food and drink deals under Dhs100 https://whatson.ae/2026/06/world-cup-dubai-deals-food-drink-under-dhs100/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:55:07 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390631 Big games, small spend – your Dubai World Cup food and drink cheat sheet Football’s biggest tournament is back, and Dubai is fully in the game. Across the city, venues are rolling out food and drink deals under Dhs100 – think platters, combo meals, and specials that keep you fuelled from kick-off to the final […]

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]]> Here’s when every World Cup 2026 match kicks off in the UAE https://whatson.ae/2026/06/football-world-cup-match-timings-uae-2026/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:00:49 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=389677 Prepare to renegotiate your bedtime The World Cup 2026 might be unfolding thousands of kilometres away, but fans in the UAE won’t miss a single kick. The only question is how much sleep you’ll lose over the next few weeks. From late-night group stage clashes to early-morning knockouts, here’s every match kick-off time in UAE […]

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]]> Here are all the World Cup Fan Zones in Dubai https://whatson.ae/2026/06/fanzones-in-dubai-to-watch-the-world-cup-2026/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:58:21 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390318 Where big screens, louder crowds and match-day energy take over the city One of the best spots to catch the World Cup in Dubai is the Fan Zones, and there are a few dedicated spaces popping up across the city that you need to visit for at least one match. Whether you’re after a high-energy […]

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]]> 56 of the best places to watch the World Cup in Dubai https://whatson.ae/2026/06/world-cup-sports-bars-fanzones-dubai-2026/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:29:21 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=389498 World Cup fever hits Dubai Though the World Cup action unfolds thousands of kilometres away, Dubai will be bringing every tackle, goal and winner closer to home. Here’s where to watch the World Cup in Dubai  FAN ZONES Bla Bla by McGettigan’s   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by BeMoreThan Events […]

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]]> Top spots to watch the World Cup in Abu Dhabi https://whatson.ae/2026/06/world-cup-abu-dhabi-2026/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:39:52 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=389587 All eyes on World Cup action in Abu Dhabi The capital does World Cup season in its own style – waterfront venues, island sports bars and a handful of neighbourhood favourites that have been filling up for big matches for years. From Yas Island to the Corniche, here’s your guide to watching the World Cup […]

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