Panathinaikos and Olympic They managed to qualify for the Euroleague Final Four that will take place for the first time outside Europe. Abu Dhabi, and more specifically, the luxurious “Etihad Arena” will host the games that will take the leading team for the 2024/2025 season.
THE Panathinaikos He will first get into the “battle” of Abu Dhabi’s Final Four, facing Fenerbahce by Sarunna Yasikevicius (23.05.2025, 18:00, newsit.gr) to follow the Olympic And the clash with Monaco Vasilis Spanoulis (21:00, Newsit.gr). The big Euroleague final will take place on Sunday (25.05.2025, 20:00, newsit.gr).
The impressive “Etihad Arena” that will host the Final Four has up to 18,000 spectators for events and 12,000 for basketball matches and is located on Yas Island, next to Ferrari World and in leisure parks. Access to the stadium is possible by taxi, buses and Uber.
This year History Final 4 is held in Abu Dhabi of the United Arab Emirates and not in a European city. For Panathinaikos and Olympiacos fans, it will be a journey with peculiarities that they should be careful.
But Abu Dhabi as an Arab country with harsh laws and rules, has many peculiarities. Fans should be careful, as social behaviors that may be considered normal in other countries may not be accepted there.
Visitors can easily reach Dubai, where the connection is fast and economical. At the same time, tourists do not need to obtain Visa, which facilitates the process of planning their travel.
However, it is good to be prepared for the particular cultural and legal arrangements in the region, such as the rules related to costume and public behavior.
Alcohol consumption and public events of tenderness are strictly regulated, and visitors are invited to respect local laws.
Clothes, alcohol and kisses on the streets … better think about it
Life in Abu Dhabi, although accurate, can prove to be no different from everyday life in other big cities. A coffee can cost from 4.50 euros in more affordable shops, but there are cases where the price is 20 euros. Social life is also rich, with many entertainment and culture options waiting to be explored.
Tourists have the ability to maintain their own style of dress, but it is important to avoid revealing clothes, especially if they are in public places. In the mosques, they will be asked to wear shoulders, knees and head clothes.
As in all Islamic countries alcohol is prohibited. In Abu Dhabi only places in places with special license and can sell drinks. Due to the exacerbation of tourism, these places are increasingly multiplying. But the consumption of alcohol in public places, namely on the streets, parks or anywhere else, is strictly forbidden.
There are restrictions on public kisses and hugs. Basically, they are prohibited in public places. Photographers -professionals and amateurs can also get into tangles. A shot near military facilities, a photo that may contain police or even passing people on the street can bring legal problems.
Rigorous “prohibitive”
At the same time, there are some “moves” that are strictly forbidden. Obviously, public criticism in Islam or the state is considered an offense.
It is forbidden to try to persuade someone to change religion or divide leaflets, images, crosses, etc. Public proselytism or “criticism” of religion is punishable, as is blasphemy. Any negative comment on God, Islam, Prophet or other religious symbols can lead you to imprisonment or expulsion.
The habit that some may have to find for .. plate, in Abu Dhabi should be cut. In addition to some complaint, the cameras also record the verbal quarrels.
Homosexuality remains socially and legally sensitive to UAE. Even holding two people of the same sex by hand can cause problems. It is not safe to ignore these restrictions.
Finally, if one of our two teams conquer Euroleague and fans want to celebrate, they will have to think very seriously. Spontaneous dances on the street and slogans with duduka can be considered a disturbance of common quiet.