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Sharjah Welcomes Global Football Legends during the Sharjah Week of the Stars 2026

09 Jan 2026
  • What are the highlights of Sharjah Week of the Stars 2026?

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council, Sharjah is set to host the highly anticipated "Sharjah Week of the Stars" organized by the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority.

SCTDA aims to utilize this global sports event to enhance Sharjah’s position as a key player in the world of sports tourism, showcasing the emirate’s iconic attractions and diverse experiences. By organizing this unique initiative, Sharjah seeks to enrich its year-round calendar of events while reaffirming its advanced capabilities to host and deliver world-class international events on a grand scale.

The integration of tourism and sports is pivotal, as both sectors complement one another significantly. Major sporting events play a crucial role in stimulating tourism by attracting visitors and solidifying the emirate’s standing as a global destination. According to data from the UN Tourism, sports tourism accounts for approximately 10% of global tourism expenditure, positioning it as one of the fastest-growing sectors in the world.

Sharjah Week of the Stars features an exciting lineup of activities, including a football match between international legends titled "Night of the Stars," the "Sharjah International Footgolf Tournament," the "Legends Padel Tour," with special participation from football legends. The week will also include sightseeing tours, friendly matches, and competitive tournaments, giving global sports stars the opportunity to experience Sharjah’s exciting range of tourism and entertainment offerings.

Highlights of the Week

Highlights of the Week

Legends Padel Tour at World Padel Academy in Sharjah

On January 10, 2026, the opening day of Sharjah Week of the Stars, SCTDA will host the "Legends Padel Tour." The event will see some of the world’s leading football legends compete in an exciting padel championship at the prestigious World Padel Academy in Sharjah.

Night of the Stars at the Sharjah Football Stadium

The highly anticipated second day of the event, January 11, 2026, will feature the “Night of Stars” at Sharjah Football Stadium. A friendly football match will bring together 36 iconic international football legends. Renowned players such as Fabio Cannavaro, David Trezeguet, Essam El Hadary, Mido, John Terry, Eric Abidal, Fernando Llorente, Wesley Sneijder, Roberto Baggio, and many more greats of the game will take part in this unique event.

With the participation of this elite group of international football legends, Sharjah Stars Football Week promises to be a landmark event for both the sports and tourism sectors of the emirate. It offers football fans an exceptional opportunity to witness a thrilling and nostalgic evening of football that blends excitement and competition, while reinforcing Sharjah’s status as a leading destination capable of hosting world-class sporting events that captivate regional and international audiences alike.

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