Gulf Cup
Early goals from Hammam Al Hammami and Feras Al Brikan sealed the hosts’ first triumph since 2004 as they completed the tournament without conceding a goal.
Saudi Arabia made a flying start, breaking the deadlock in the 11th minute when Al Hammami’s effort from the edge of the box took a deflection to wrong-foot UAE goalkeeper Khalid Eisa.
The hosts doubled their advantage just two minutes later, with Al Brikan finishing from close range to leave UAE facing an uphill battle.
Saleh Abu Al Shamat then struck the crossbar before UAE had a penalty award overturned following a VAR review in the 38th minute.
UAE sought a response after the restart but Mohamed Al Owais denied Sultan Adil from close range.
Fabio Lima hit the crossbar in the 88th minute as Saudi Arabia held firm to secure the trophy.
The victory capped an impressive campaign for the Green Falcons, who won all three Group A matches before edging Qatar 3-2 on penalties following a goalless semi-final.
UAE, meanwhile, fell short in their bid for a third title after topping Group B and defeating Oman 1-0 to reach the decider.
Photos: Saudi Arabian Football Federation
