Banaat FC Founder and CEO:
Emirati Entrepreneur, Budreya Faisal

From Passion to Revolution


Budreya Faisal, an Emirati Entrepreneur and Sports Marketing Pioneer since 2009, founded Banaat FC with a passion for elevating Arab women's football. Former Marketing Director of the UAE Pro League, Budreya's dedication to promoting and preserving Arab sports culture is the driving force behind Banaat FC.

Her journey in sports marketing began as a vision to empower athletes through brand development and representation. Over the years, Budreya's expertise in Arab sports culture and her consultancy for brands and clubs have positioned Ghost Concept as a leading sports marketing consultancy in the Arab world.

For Budreya, the horizon extended far beyond commercial triumphs.

A passion for elevating Arab women's football coursed through her. With each story she encountered, from an evening with the Egyptian national team to a game in Jeddah to the tales of triumph and neglect in the UAE... this passion grew, taking the form of a mission.

Banaat FC was born.

Banaat FC

Championing a New Era for Women in UAE Football


A Dubai based women’s football club created to set a new limelight on female footballers and create pro level opportunities all while representing Arab identity and upholding Emirati culture and guidelines.

Banaat FC emerged from late-night conversations, stark realizations, and a collective passion to make women's football in the UAE better. Inspired by a vision to restore and amplify the stature of women's football, the club made its debut, marking the beginning of a movement.

"Banaat FC isn't just a club; it's a love letter to football, a tale where passion meets purpose and every kick, goal and victory is an ode to the potential of Arab women in the sport. In essence, Banaat FC is not just a team; it's a movement."
— Budreya Faisal

Banaat...

Mission & Vision

Our mission is leading with Arab representation, changing the perception of women’s football while championing local talent and unveiling the passion for women's football in the UAE.
Our vision is to be the benchmark of Arab football club representation both online and offline, inspiring generations and transforming women's football in the UAE.

Core Values

Representation

Emirati culture being represented by the most skilled citizens of the UAE.

Resilience

Making it our mission to change the game, no matter how challenging.

Community

Recognizing the power of collective effort and engaging our community.