Some companies in the UAE and the region are allowing staff hybrid work options, adjusted working hours, and remote working as productivity is set to fall during June and July due to the football World Cup.
According to recruitment and HR consultants, it is common for football fans in the UAE and Gulf countries to take annual leave to support their favourite teams
Major sporting events such as the Fifa World Cup can have a noticeable impact on workplace behaviour, employee engagement, and attendance patterns across the UAE and wider GCC, particularly given the region's strong passion for football and diverse international workforce.
The tournament has eight Arab nations taking part in the global event including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria.