The UAE 's football league kicks off during Friday . Officials put lights on late at night and treat players more gently . Muslim leaders say players can be excused from fasting because it affects livelihood . One of Iran 's biggest soccer stars has been kicked off his team for refusing to eat .
The UAE 's football league kicks off during Ramadan . Officials put matches on late at night and train players more gently . Muslim scholars say players can be excused from fasting because it affects livelihood . One of Iran 's biggest soccer stars has been kicked off his team for refusing to fast .