The Higher Organising Committee for the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 has signed a partnership agreement with the UAE Football Association to strengthen cooperation as part of the preparations to host the global sporting event in Abu Dhabi in February, with thousands of athletes expected from around the world.

The agreement was signed by His Excellency Aref Hamad Al Awani, General Secretary of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, and Mohamed Abdullah Hizam Al Dhaheri, Secretary‑General of the UAE Football Association.