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The stage is set for the first Qatar-UAE Super Cup, a landmark football event underscoring the collaborative spirit between Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. The announcement was made in Doha, where officials from both countries gathered to sign and celebrate the creation of this new chapter in regional sports. The signing ceremony saw UAE Pro League chairman Abdulla Naser al-Jneibi and Vice-President of Qatar Football Association (QFA) Mohamed Khalifa al-Suwaidi solidify the commitment to this joint venture. The tournament will commence in Doha on April 12, with the first event, the Qatar-UAE Super Cup, showcasing a match between Qatar’s Amir Cup champions Al Arabi and UAE’s President’s Cup winners Sharjah. The UAE-Qatar Super Cup Shield is scheduled for April 13 in Dubai, featuring a face-off between the 2022-2023 Adnoc Pro League champions Shabab Al Ahli and the 2022-2023 Qatar Stars League winners Al Duhail.