UAE Polo and Dubai Wolves book berths in Dubai Open Gold Cup final

The Gold Cup semi-finals ignited the fields of Al Habtoor Polo Club with a spectacle of pure intensity and edge-of-the-seat drama.

The opening clash saw Bangash Polo lock horns with UAE Polo in a battle that exploded into action from the very first throw-in.

Bangash struck early, claiming the first chukker and commanding the pace with confidence and control.

But UAE Polo refused to fade. With relentless pressure and precision play, they clawed their way back, leveling the scoreboard at a gripping 10–10 by the fourth chukker.

The tension only escalated in the fifth. UAE edged ahead by a single goal — only for Federico Von Potobsky to deliver a heart-stopping last-second equalizer, sealing the chukker at 12–12 and forcing a golden goal showdown.

With nerves stretched thin and the crowd holding its breath, UAE Polo held their composure. A decisive penalty conversion by Salvador Jauretche sealed the victory, punching their ticket to the Gold Cup final in unforgettable fashion.

The second semi-final was nothing short of electric, as Dubai Wolves by Thera Polo clashed with Jehangiri Polo in a battle defined by grit, strategy, and relentless defence from the very first throw-in. Jehangiri struck first, immediately setting the tempo and signaling their intent.

But Dubai Wolves answered with authority. Building momentum chukker after chukker, they began to control the rhythm of the game, pressing hard and capitalizing on every opportunity. Jehangiri refused to back down, matching the intensity and keeping the pressure alive in a fiercely contested duel.

As the final chukker approached, the momentum firmly favored Dubai Wolves. With composure and precision, they closed out the match to secure their place in the Gold Cup final — setting up a thrilling showdown against UAE Polo.