Andres Iniesta takes coaching role with UAE's Gulf United
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 2:34 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Andres Iniesta has signed on as the head coach of Gulf United, a second-tier club in the United Arab Emirates, marking his first foray into coaching. After retiring from professional play in 2024, Iniesta expressed enthusiasm for starting this new chapter in his career. He noted that Gulf United's commitment to youth development aligns with his coaching philosophy. Iniesta is currently obtaining his Pro Coaching Licence while working with the club. He aims to pass on his knowledge to the next generation of footballers at Gulf United.
- •Iniesta retired from playing in 2024.
- •Gulf United is known for its youth academy.
- •Iniesta aims to develop young talent with patience.
- •He is working toward obtaining his Pro Coaching Licence.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Iniesta begins coaching career in the UAE second division
- 2:34 PMYahoo Sports — Andres Iniesta signs with UAE's second-tier club Gulf United for his first coaching job
"Former Spain and Barcelona star Andres Iniesta has signed with United Arab Emirates second-tier club Gulf United for his first coaching job. Iniesta played his final season as a player with Emirates Club FC until retiring in 2024. “Gulf United FC feels like the perfect place to begin this new chapter," Iniesta said.
"Andrés Iniesta has been appointed as the new head coach of Gulf United, marking the former Spain and Barcelona star’s first step into management.The 40-year-old takes charge of the UAE second-tier ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 12:00 PMIniesta begins coaching career in the UAE second division
Andrés Iniesta has been appointed as the new head coach of Gulf United, marking the former Spain and Barcelona star’s first step into management.The 40-year-old takes charge of the UAE second-tier ...
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 2:34 PMAndres Iniesta signs with UAE's second-tier club Gulf United for his first coaching job
Former Spain and Barcelona star Andres Iniesta has signed with United Arab Emirates second-tier club Gulf United for his first coaching job. Iniesta played his final season as a player with Emirates Club FC until retiring in 2024. “Gulf United FC feels like the perfect place to begin this new chapter," Iniesta said.
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