Academy Success Stories: Summer YFL & DOFA Awards
It’s been an incredible season for our teams across both the Summer Youth Football League (YFL) a...
Banaat FC is more than a women's football club. We develop players, inspire the next generation, and grow the game through elite football, meaningful community initiatives, and year-round opportunities. As the only independent women's football club in the Arab region to partner with Nike, we are shaping the future of women's football on and off the pitch.
Banaat FC is a Dubai-based women’s football club created to elevate the standard of female football in the UAE by providing professional opportunities and a clear development pathway for players. Rooted in Arab identity, the club is committed to developing talent while respecting and reflecting Emirati culture and values.
Banaat FC’s First Team competes at the highest level of women’s football in the UAE, bringing together talented players from 16 different nationalities. The team represents the club’s commitment to elite performance, structured coaching, and a professional pathway from academy to senior football.
Achievements:
BANAAT ACADEMY
Banaat FC’s Academy develops girls aged 5 to 17 through a football-first, culture-driven programme focused on long-term progression, discipline, and elite development. As the foundation of the club, the academy provides a clear pathway into the First Team.
ACADEMY ACHIEVEMENTS
A standout year for Banaat FC’s youth teams across multiple competitions:
League & Cup Success:
U11s: 1st place, D1 - Summer YFL (2025/26)
2nd place, D1 - Winter YFL (2025/26)
U15s: 2nd place, DOFA Girls Gold Category
2nd place, TSC Cup
2nd place, D3 - Winter YFL (2025/26)
U17s: 1st place, D1 - Winter YFL (2025/26)
2nd place, DOFA U17 Girls category
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