Neymar Junior Fives national finals in Sharjah

Sixteen teams vie for a place in July’s grand final in Brazil

The UAE national final of the Neymar Junior Fives football tournament takes place at Sharjah waterfront from 4pm today.

The final sees 16 teams aiming for victory and the honour of representing the country in July’s grand finals at Neymar’s Institute in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Qualifying teams booked their spots in the final after a series of 15 qualifiers that took place in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Al Ain, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain and Fujairah.

“A hint that I would give to everybody is to enjoy themselves playing in this tournament,” said the Brazil and Paris Saint Germain, former Barcelona striker.

“When I was little, I had lots of dreams about playing for other clubs, European

When I was little, I had lots of dreams, but my dream has always been playing for Barcelona and, thanks to God, I was able to do it.” Neymar » PSG player

clubs, or even clubs in Brazil, but my dream has always been playing for Barcelona and, thanks to God, I was able to do it.

“I ask every participant to believe in their dream. I believe that with a football ball and a goal, or even with a football and two pair of flip-flops you can be very happy.”

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