[1][2] The stadium was built and opened in 1983 and it was mostly used by Al-Ettifaq as a training ground and for friendly matches.

The original design featured an athletics track and two stands on the sides, with a capacity of 7,500 spectators.

It was named after Abdullah Al-Dabal, former president of Al-Ettifaq and a prominent football official, who was a member of the FIFA Executive Committee.

On 10 July 2021, it was announced that the Abdullah Al-Dabal Stadium would be closed and undergo major renovations for six months.

[7] On 4 November 2023, Al-Ettifaq hosted their first-ever league match in the stadium against Al-Raed.