Abu Dhabi will tip off a new era in European club basketball as it hosts the first-ever Euroleague Basketball SuperCup at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, on 18 and 19 September.
The new competition will bring together four elite clubs – reigning EuroLeague champion Olympiacos Piraeus, 2025 EuroLeague champion Fenerbahce Tarfin Istanbul, 2026 finalist Real Madrid, and Dubai Basketball, representing the UAE – for a two-day showcase.
Following a Final Four format, games tip off daily at 6pm and 9pm GST. On Friday 18 September, Olympiacos Piraeus will face Fenerbahce Tarfin Istanbul, while Dubai Basketball will take on Real Madrid. The tournament will conclude on Saturday 19 September, with the third-place game followed by the first-ever Euroleague Basketball SuperCup Final.
Tickets are on sale now, offering full event packages covering all four games across 18 and 19 September or single-day tickets. With games tipping off in the evening, fans can spend the weekend exploring Abu Dhabi’s world class cultural, dining and entertainment destinations.
Here is your guide to spending the SuperCup weekend in Abu Dhabi:
1. Get your adrenaline fix
Yas Island’s iconic attractions offer plenty of daytime excitement before the evening matches. Experience high-octane rides at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, family adventures at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi or cool off at Yas Waterworld. For racing enthusiasts, Yas Marina Circuit -home of the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - provides the chance to drive on an official Formula 1 racetrack.
2. Eat, drink and celebrate at Yas Bay Waterfront
Grab a pre-game meal or post-match bite along the Yas Bay waterfront promenade. Options range from casual bites to refined dining, with everything needed to fuel up before the game or celebrate after the final buzzer.
3. Take a culture break on Saadiyat Island
For a cultural pivot between games, Saadiyat Island is just a short drive away. Marvel at the Louvre Abu Dhabi dome, discover the immersive art of teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, explore the natural world at Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, or learn about the UAE’s history and heritage at Zayed National Museum.
4. See an Abu Dhabi icon
If you've only got time for one Abu Dhabi landmark this weekend, make it count. The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is an architectural and spiritual landmark that speaks to the emirate's heritage, while Qasr Al Watan invites guests inside a working presidential palace – try and catch the stunning nightly Palace in Motion light show.
5. Stay close to the action
With Etihad Arena located on Yas Island, fans have plenty of options when deciding where to stay. For those looking to be closest to the action, W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island and Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island offer convenient stays near the arena, attractions and dining. Beyond Yas Island, Al Raha Beach is around a 15-minute drive away, while Saadiyat Island is around 20–25 minutes away, offering easy access to its beaches, resorts and cultural attractions.
Two days of basketball are just the start. With culture, attractions, beaches, dining and live entertainment all within easy reach, SuperCup weekend is the perfect excuse to discover more of Abu Dhabi.
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