Emirates and AC Milan have renewed their partnership, continuing one of football’s collaborations that began in 2007. The Dubai airline giant will remain as Principal Partner, Official Airline Partner, and Official Men’s Jersey Partner of the club.
The ‘fly better’ logo will continue to appear on AC Milan’s Men’s First Team shirts in Serie A, Coppa Italia, UEFA, FIFA fixtures, and friendlies.
The branding will extend to AC Milan Academy youth players’ jerseys.
Emirates-AC Milan deal includes stadium LED rights, global fan engagement initiatives
Emirates will receive activation rights including LED displays at stadiums and training centres for home matches, digital content, fan engagement experiences, and hospitality. The partnership will feature global watch parties at locations around the world.
“We are thrilled to extend our partnership with AC Milan. This collaboration, built on shared values and a mutual commitment to excellence, has created unforgettable experiences for millions of fans worldwide. Our deep-rooted relationship with Italy makes this extension a natural next step, as we continue to connect Milan and other Italian cities to the world through Dubai, while bringing Rossoneri fans across our global network closer to their favourite club and players,” Sir Tim Clark, President Emirates Airline said in a statement.
Emirates began sponsoring AC Milan in September 2007. The relationship became Top Institutional Sponsor in 2008, and Emirates became jersey sponsor in the 2010/2011 season.
Meanwhile, Emirates unveiled an A380 livery featuring AC Milan’s colours and crest for the club’s 125th anniversary. AC Milan has opened an office in Dubai to expand operations in the region.
Emirates football portfolio includes Real Madrid, Bayern Munich partnerships
“The renewal of our partnership with Emirates stands as testimony to one of the most historic and admired collaborations in football, a shared journey that looks to the future with ambition and vision. Emirates will continue to stand by our side, helping us strengthen the Club’s solid foundations and, together, connect new generations of fans around the world while creating unique experiences that go far beyond the pitch,” Maikel Oettle, Chief Commercial Officer of AC Milan added.
Emirates sponsors clubs including Real Madrid, Arsenal FC, Benfica SL and Olympique Lyonnais. The airline has a partnership with FC Bayern Munich starting in the 2025-26 season through 2031-32 as Platinum Partner.
Emirates has been Title Partner of The FA Cup for nearly a decade. In the UAE, Emirates supports the Pro League, with branding on Al Ain FC’s training jerseys throughout the 2025/2026 season.
