Football fans in Dubai are in for a spectacular treat as the Kings Cup Dubai 2024 comes to Al Maktoum Stadium on Monday, November 30. The charity legends match will headline three of the game's most iconic names — Paul Pogba, Roberto Carlos, and John Terry — in what promises to be an unmissable evening of world-class football for a noble cause.
Star-Studded Lineup at Al Maktoum Stadium
The Kings Cup brings together World Cup winners, UEFA Champions League medallists, and domestic league champions under one roof. Al Maktoum Stadium — home of UAE Pro League club Al Nasr Football Club in the Oud Metha district — will host the third annual edition of this prestigious charity clash.
Beyond the headliners, the confirmed roster of legends includes Edgar Davids, Marouane Fellaini, Michael Owen, Paul Scholes, David Villa, David Silva, Theo Walcott, Blaise Matuidi, and Emmanuel Adebayor, among others.
Two Teams, One Epic Showdown
The two competing sides are:
- King's XI — captained by Dutch icon Edgar Davids, representing Sheikh Khalifa Bin Saeed Bin Maktoum Bin Rashid Al Maktoum - Hedge & Sachs World Royals XI — captained by English defender John Terry
The King's Guard: Dubai's Wildest Football Rule
One of the most exciting twists in the Kings Cup Dubai is the special "King's Guard" shirt worn by Paul Pogba and Roberto Carlos. Players assigned this role can take to the pitch for 15 minutes in each half under a unique set of rules: no yellow cards, no red cards, and no offside decisions apply to them.
Even more remarkably, during their time on the field their team is permitted to field 12 players instead of the standard 11 — giving the Kings Cup its signature unpredictable edge.
Supporting the Al Jalila Foundation
This much-anticipated charity match is about more than football glory. Ten percent of all ticket revenue will be donated to the Al Jalila Foundation, which funds vital healthcare and educational initiatives across the UAE. Previous editions in 2022 and 2023 drew the likes of Manchester United Legends and a World XI, cementing the Kings Cup as one of Dubai's most beloved sporting events.
Event Details
Date: Monday, November 30, 2024 Venue: Al Maktoum Stadium, Oud Metha District, Dubai Tickets: Available via Platinum List — Silver, Gold, and Platinum seating tiers. Prices from AED 100.
