Pogba Invests in Saudi Arabian Camel Racing Team

Paul Pogba's camel racing venture

Paul Pogba becomes shareholder and ambassador for Al Haboob, a professional camel racing team competing in the UAE and Gulf.

“And what stood out to me is how much dedication it takes from everyone involved...”

Paul Pogba, the Monaco midfielder, has made a surprising investment in a professional camel racing team from Saudi Arabia, Al Haboob. This move strengthens his ties with Saudi Arabian sport, showcasing his diverse interests beyond football.

The former Manchester United and Juventus star has recently made his playing comeback with Monaco, and this investment marks another exciting chapter in his post-football career. As a shareholder and ambassador of Al Haboob, Pogba is passionate about promoting camel racing, a traditional sport in the Middle East.

Pogba's investment is seen as transformational for Al Haboob, bringing international visibility to the sport. He has expressed his enthusiasm for camel racing, citing the dedication and teamwork required, drawing parallels with his own football career.

Paul Pogba, the French football star, has taken a surprising turn in his career by becoming a shareholder and ambassador for Al Haboob, Saudi Arabia's pioneering professional camel racing team. Al Haboob competes across the United Arab Emirates and the Gulf, and Pogba's involvement is expected to boost the team's global profile.

“I've watched my fair share of (camel) races on YouTube and spent time doing research in my spare time trying to understand the techniques and strategies,” Pogba shared with BBC Sport. He added that what struck him most was the immense dedication required from everyone involved in the sport.

🚨🚨| OFFICIAL: Paul Pogba becomes co-owner of Al Habob in Saudi Arabia, joining the world’s first professional camel racing team. 🐪🇸🇦 pic.twitter.com/AHD1ybXTrS

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Pogba, 32, has been drawn to camel racing's rich cultural heritage and the parallels it shares with football, such as the need for determination, focus, and teamwork. His investment in Al Haboob reflects his passion for exploring new opportunities and promoting cultural exchange.

“And what stood out to me is how much dedication it takes from everyone involved. At the end of the day, sport is sport. It demands heart, sacrifice and teamwork.

“People might not realise it, but sport always connects in some way.

“Whether it's football, camel racing, boxing - the foundations are similar. You need determination, you need focus, you need discipline and grit. That's what makes champions at the end of the day.”

Al Haboob co-owner Omar Almaeena also said: “Paul's involvement is transformational.

“His influence, leadership, and passion for cultural storytelling reflect exactly what Al Haboob stands for. This partnership is about more than racing; it is about sharing a heritage that deserves global recognition.”

📝 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗟 𝗗𝗢𝗡𝗘: Paul Pogba has become the co-owner of Al Habob in Saudi Arabia, joining the world’s first professional camel racing team. 🐪🇸🇦

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