The experienced defender Rami Rabia has officially joined UAE side Al Ain following the end of his stint with Al Ahly, bringing with him a wealth of continental experience to help reinforce the team's backline. Al Ain fans eagerly await Rabia’s first appearance in the club’s jersey, especially as he is expected to integrate quickly with his new teammates during the U.S. training camp.

First Appearance Against Auckland City
Al Ain is set to face New Zealand's Auckland City next Monday in a preparatory friendly match in the United States. Rami Rabia is expected to make his debut for the team in this encounter. Serbian coach Vladimir Ivić aims to give the new signing sufficient minutes to assess his adaptation to the defensive structure.

Tactical Rehearsals Against American Clubs
Al Ain’s U.S. training schedule includes a second friendly match against a yet-to-be-named American club, set to take place between June 12 and 13. This will serve as the final test before the Club World Cup kicks off. The match is expected to play a crucial role in fine-tuning the team’s tactical setup and evaluating the readiness of new arrivals like Rabia.

Dual Training Schedule
The Al Ain squad departed for the U.S. on Tuesday evening, where they began an intensive training program with morning and evening sessions based on the technical staff’s vision. Coach Ivić is aiming to maximize the team’s physical and tactical readiness before the global tournament, while also immersing new players in a competitive atmosphere.

Rami Rabia’s Signing Boosts Defense
Rabia is one of six new signings announced by Al Ain in preparation for the Club World Cup. The club is banking on the Egyptian international’s big-match experience to strengthen the defense and bring added stability—especially when facing top-tier opponents.

Club World Cup Draw: Tough Group Awaits
The tournament draw placed Al Ain in a challenging group alongside English champions Manchester City, Italian giants Juventus, and Morocco’s Wydad Casablanca. Al Ain will kick off their campaign against Juventus on June 18 at 4:00 AM UAE time, putting Rabia in the spotlight as he faces the stars of the Old Lady.

Egyptian-English Derby on the Global Stage
The group stage will also feature an indirect showdown between Rabia and his former Egypt teammate Omar Marmoush, now a forward for Manchester City. The match between Al Ain and City will be a chance for Rabia to prove his value on the world stage, in what promises to be a heartfelt clash between two Arab talents and longtime friends.