Flamengo academy product Yuri César celebrates UAE debut

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·25 September 2026

Flamengo academy product Yuri César celebrates UAE debut

Yuri César began his journey with the United Arab Emirates national team on Thursday (24)

Yuri César took another important step in his career. That is because, on Thursday (24), the Flamengo academy product began his journey representing the United Arab Emirates national team. Given the situation, the forward celebrated the opportunity to represent the Middle Eastern country.

“It is a very special moment for me and for my career. I have been in the United Arab Emirates for a few years now and I have always tried to represent the country very well on and off the field. Being able to wear the national team shirt in an official competition, after all this time living here, is a source of great pride and a feeling that is hard to explain. I was very happy with my debut and, above all, with the team’s victory,” said Yuri César.

How did Yuri César’s debut for the United Arab Emirates go?

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Yuri César made his debut on Thursday (24) against Yemen in the Gulf Cup. On that occasion, the forward started in the lineup in the country’s 4-0 win. Before that, however, the player had already featured in a match against Al Wahda in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

“Starting a competition like this in this way gives us confidence for the next matches. Now it’s about continuing to work, staying focused, and trying to help the national team in the best way possible. I want to make the most of every opportunity and do my best to represent the United Arab Emirates, which has done so much for me,” Yuri César stressed.

It is important to note that Yuri César has been playing in the United Arab Emirates since 2021. In this way, with strong performances and standing out in domestic competitions, the former Flamengo player received the call-up to represent the country.

Are there more Brazilians in the United Arab Emirates national team? In addition to Yuri César, the United Arab Emirates national team called up some naturalized Brazilian players for this FIFA international window. There are five in total: Marcus Meloni, Luan Pereira, Bruno Oliveira, and Fábio Lima.

Has Yuri César already played for Flamengo?

Yes. Before building a successful career in the United Arab Emirates, Yuri César took his first steps in football at Flamengo. The forward made his professional debut for Mengão in 2020.

After his spell at Flamengo, Yuri César played for Fortaleza on loan. Finally, in 2021, the forward signed with Shabab Al-Ahli and has continued his career in UAE football ever since. This season, the player has made seven appearances and scored three goals.

What is the United Arab Emirates’ next match?

With Yuri César available, the United Arab Emirates will face Bahrain this Sunday (27) in a Gulf Cup match. Therefore, it is another opportunity for the forward to prove himself wearing the shirt of the Middle Eastern country.

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