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AL DHAFRA (ALETIHAD)
Burjeel Holdings has signed a major sponsorship agreement with Al Dhafra Sports Club, marking the first such partnership following the club’s promotion to the ADNOC Pro League. The agreement spans three consecutive seasons, starting from the 2025–2026 season, making Burjeel Holdings one of the club’s principal sponsors.
Under this partnership, Burjeel Holdings will provide comprehensive healthcare expertise and specialized services to the sports teams, professional athletes across all categories, and club members, enhancing both performance and well-being.
The signing ceremony took place at Al Dhafra Club headquarters in Madinat Zayed and was attended by dignitaries and senior officials. Established in the year 2000, the club has a chief patron in His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region. Al Dhafra and Dibba were promoted back for the upcoming season, which saw Shabab Al Ahli coronated in Abu Dhabi on Sunday.
For Al Dhafra, present at the signing were Hamdan Al Mansouri, Chairman of the Board of Directors; Hamad Al Mansoori, Vice Chairman; and Khamis Al Mazrouei, Executive Director. While acknowledging the invaluable support of Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed, Al Mansouri said his encouragement played a key role in the team’s promotion and a renewed ability to represent the region with pride.
The board chairman also welcomed the partnership, highlighting its significance as the first major sponsorship since the team’s return to the top-tier league. “This agreement underscores the strong and productive relationship between Al Dhafra Sports Club and Burjeel Holdings. We are honoured to have Burjeel join our family of partners, particularly given its distinguished role in society and its commitment to providing world-class medical and wellness services.”
Present on behalf of Burjeel Holdings were Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, Founder and Chairman; Saif Alfalahi, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors; Omran Al Khoori, Board member; John Sunil, the Chief Executive Officer; co-CEO Safeer Ahmed, and Dr. Naser Alriyami, the company’s CEO for Al Dhafra Region.
Dr. Vayalil said: “This sponsorship reflects Burjeel Holdings’ enduring commitment to promote sports and enhancing community well-being. Al Dhafra is a region of strategic significance to us, and we are proud to partner with a respected institution like Al Dhafra Sports Club. Through this collaboration, we aim to bring meaningful value to the club and look forward to a long-lasting and fruitful relationship.”
