Jan 17 2025
DUBAI: The 19th Dubai International Sports Conference, organised by Dubai Sports Council, is set to dazzle Atlantis, The Palm on Friday evening. The event, held alongside the Beyond Globe Soccer Dubai Awards, promises a star-studded gathering of current and former football icons.
More than 1,000 guests will attend the prestigious awards ceremony, with global superstar Cristiano Ronaldo leading the roster of distinguished attendees. Joining him are representatives from his former club Real Madrid, including England’s Jude Bellingham and Belgium’s Thibaut Courtois, alongside Barcelona’s rising star Lamine Yamal and ex-Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand.
Organised under the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, the Conference complements the 15th annual Globe Soccer Dubai Awards. Since 2010, these awards have celebrated football’s finest talents across domestic, regional, and global levels, while the conference provides a platform to address critical issues in the sport.
This year’s theme, “Talented Football,” will feature discussions moderated by CNN’s Amanda Davis, with co-host Tom Urquhart. Ronaldo, Bellingham, and Courtois will headline as guest speakers, sharing insights on nurturing and advancing football talent.
The evening will culminate in the presentation of 15 prestigious awards, including Best Men’s Player, Best Women’s Player, and Best Men’s and Women’s Clubs. Special honours like the Maradona Award and five Career Awards will also be presented, spotlighting exceptional contributions to the sport.
The event highlights Dubai’s role as a hub for global sporting excellence, bringing together football’s biggest names for a celebration of talent, achievement, and innovation. With a mix of glamour, star power, and meaningful dialogue, the 19th edition of the Dubai International Sports Conference and Globe Soccer Dubai Awards promises to be a night to remember.
