From a social media idea to winning a double crown and securing promotion to a higher division in just one season, the story of Palm City FC has become one of the most interesting football projects in recent years.
A club from the United Arab Emirates, founded by global influencer and former professional footballer Soheil Var, will soon arrive in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Sarajevo will host representatives of Palm City FC on June 23 and 24 as part of their European tour aimed at scouting young football talent.
From Viral Idea to Professional Club
Two years ago, Soheil Var, who has over two million followers on social media, launched a major project to form a new professional football club in 365 days.
His project quickly attracted public attention worldwide, and the club , originally called Al Qabila, now Palm City FC, grew from an internet phenomenon into a serious sporting organization.
Just two years later, the club has had a historic season. Palm City has won the championship, the FA Cup, and promotion to the UAE First Division League, becoming one of the most followed football stories in the Middle East.
Scouting for New Signings
After great success, the club’s management is facing new challenges and preparing to compete in the UAE top tier.
For this reason, Palm City FC is organizing the European Scouting Tour, during which representatives will visit several countries to identify players and seek potential signings for the next season.
One of the key stops on the tour will be Bosnia and Herzegovina.
An Opportunity for Footballers from Bosnia and Herzegovina
During their stay in Sarajevo, the club’s representatives, coaching staff and scouts will evaluate new players and assess opportunities for their professional engagement.
Notably, at least one footballer will have the chance to travel to Dubai and complete professional training with Palm City FC.
For young players from Bosnia and Herzegovina, this is a rare opportunity to present themselves directly to a club that has quickly built a winning mentality and attracted the attention of the football community worldwide.
More than Just a Football Project
Palm City FC is more than just a football club today. It is a modern example of the merging of sports, marketing and online community with its strong media presence and large fan community on social media. Bringing this project in Sarajevo would open the doors for new talents from Bosnia and Herzegovina and give them the opportunity to make significant progress in their careers, N1 writes.
