Dubai Siblings Join Nike MENA as Football Athletes

Feb 26, 2026

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Feb 26, 2026 08:30

Dubai based siblings become Nike MENA Football Athletes

## Rising Stars from Dubai

Zayn and Zahra Salman, siblings from Dubai, have been named as Nike MENA Football Athletes. Both are students at the Royal Grammar School Guildford Dubai (RGSGD) and are making waves in the football scene at a young age.

## Zayn's Early Achievements

Nine-year-old Zayn Ali Salman was scouted by Arsenal FC when he was just four. He recently signed a three-year contract with Nike, becoming the youngest athlete to join their ranks. Zayn is part of Cognita Enrich ME in Dubai, where he inspires other young athletes.

## Zahra's Football Journey

Zahra Salman, Zayn's older sister, has also been signed by Nike and plays for the U15 Iraqi team and the UAE national team. She trains with the Under-15 boys at Cognita Enrich ME and was scouted by Chelsea FC while in London. Zahra has been recognized as Cognita Enrich ME’s Sports Personality of the Year and serves as a Girls’ Sports Ambassador at RGSGD.

## School Support

Both siblings receive strong support from their school, which provides customized academic schedules and specialized coaching to help them balance their education with their sporting ambitions.

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