Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium Stadium

Multi-purpose stadium in Dubai hosting football matches

In Dubai, Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium serves as a venue for professional football matches and local sporting events, offering stands, floodlights and regular fixtures in the city's sporting calendar.

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Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium at a Glance#

Address: Al Nasr Sports Complex area, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Hours: Varies with events and team schedule

Admission: Often free to view externally; matchday ticket prices vary (Emirates Dirham pricing by club/event)

About Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium#

Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, named after Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum. It is primarily used for football and serves as the home ground for Al Nasr SC.

The stadium seats approximately 12,000 spectators and hosts domestic league matches and local sporting events. It is located within Dubai and is one of several mid-sized football venues in the city.

Geographically it sits in the Dubai metropolitan area and is accessible from major roads in the emirate.

  • Capacity: Seating capacity is approximately 12,000 and it is primarily used for football matches.
  • Main tenant: Home stadium for the Al Nasr Sports Club and used for local football competitions and occasional events.

How to Get to Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium#

The stadium sits within the general Al Mamzar / Al Qusais area of Dubai. By metro, the closest lines are the Dubai Metro Green Line (exit at Al Qiyadah or Abu Hail) and then a short taxi ride (10-15 minutes). Driving from Dubai International Airport is typically 15-25 minutes depending on traffic (use Sheikh Rashid Road/D89 and local arterial roads). Parking is available on event days but can fill quickly.

Tips for Visiting Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium#

  • If attending a match, buy tickets in advance from the club's official outlets - queues can be long on game day.
  • Use public transport: Dubai Metro (Green Line) to Al Qiyadah is closest but still requires a short taxi ride.
  • Check with the club for visitor policies; parts of the stadium are sometimes closed for private events or refurbishments.

Best Time to Visit Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium#

Visit during Dubai's cooler months (November-March) for comfortable match-going and outdoor activity.

Winter sports season
November-March · 18-28°C
Pleasant weather for evening matches and outdoor events; the emirate cools down and attendance rises.
Summer
June-August · 35-45°C
Daytime heat is extreme; events are usually scheduled at night or moved indoors.

Weather & Climate near Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium#

Climate

Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in August) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 14°C to 40°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 145 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
NovemberAprilJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
46°
Warmest Month
11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 14° - 24° 19° 13 mm some cloud 61% 3.7 m/s 0.9 moderate 10.6h
February Ideal 15° - 25° 20° 36 mm mostly sunny 60% 3.7 m/s 1.3 high 11.2h
March Ideal 17° - 28° 23° 27 mm some cloud 57% 3.9 m/s 1.7 very high 11.9h
April Ideal 20° - 33° 26° 8 mm some cloud 52% 3.8 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.6h
May Ideal 24° - 37° 32° 2 mm mostly sunny 50% 4.0 m/s 2.4 extreme 13.3h
June Excellent 27° - 39° 36° 0 mm mostly sunny 51% 4.1 m/s 2.4 extreme 13.6h
July Very Good 29° - 40° 40° 1 mm mostly sunny 50% 4.4 m/s 2.3 extreme 13.4h
August Very Good 29° - 40° 39° 0 mm mostly sunny 49% 4.3 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.9h
September Excellent 27° - 38° 36° 1 mm clear 52% 3.8 m/s 1.9 very high 12.2h
October Ideal 23° - 35° 30° 1 mm clear 53% 3.2 m/s 1.5 high 11.4h
November Ideal 19° - 30° 25° 4 mm mostly sunny 55% 3.2 m/s 1.1 high 10.8h
December Ideal 16° - 26° 21° 16 mm mostly sunny 59% 3.3 m/s 0.9 moderate 10.4h

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