Emirates American Football League have announced a major sponsorship deal with global financial services leader, Deloitte. 

EAFL General Manager Dustin Cherniawski is excited about the partnership. 

"We are very proud as the EAFL to have an international recognised brand with a reputation for award-winning quality and integrity joining the team, as we continue our ambitious plans of growth in the Middle East."

James Babb, a partner at Deloitte, feels being active members of the community in the UAE is important.

"We recognise that youth development and the advancement of sport are both important goals for the UAE," Babb explains. "We believe that the EAFL will contribute strongly in these areas for years to come."