Kerala Blasters to tour UAE next month

Kerala Blasters FC are set to travel to the UAE next month for the final leg of their pre-season preparations. 

Blasters will take part in an 11-day training camp from September 5-16. 

During this time they will play three friendlies against the UAE Pro League clubs.

Blasters will meet Al Wasl FC on September 9 (Saturday) at Zabeel Stadium. 

The Yellow Brigade then take on Sharjah Football Club on September 12 (Tuesday) at the Sharjah Football Stadium.

Blasters will face last year's Pro League champions Shabab Al-Ahli in their final game on September 15 (Friday) at the Shabab Al Ahli Stadium, Al Awir, Dubai.

Blasters have a huge fan base in the Middle East and the tour offers a chance for the club to connect with their supporters.

"Our longstanding objective has been the growth of football, and we're thrilled to announce our partnership with Kerala Blasters. We're excited to host their pre-season event. This marks a new chapter for Indo-Arab football, featuring top-notch clubs, training, and a global fanbase," said Hassan Ali Ibrahim Al Balooshi, chairman, H16 Sports.

"We look forward to three top level matches that will give the staff and players great preparation towards the final part of preseason. The training facilities, amenities, & fan activities facilitated by H16 last season were really great. We look forward to working with them again this year to bring our fans in the region closer to the club they love,” said Blasters' Sporting Director Karolis Skinkys.