Al Ain seeks to capitalize on the draw that prevented Al Ahli from starting their season with a win against them (1-1) when they face Khorfakkan tonight at 9:30 PM. Al Ain, currently in second place with 41 points, just one point behind league leaders Al Ahli (42 points), aims to secure a victory and reclaim the top spot in the 18th round. Despite Al Ain's perfect record against Khorfakkan in the league (11 wins, 2 draws), historical statistics may not reflect the current reality. Al Ain is known for its strong mental resilience, leading the league in points gained after falling behind (8 points). In contrast, Khorfakkan, sitting in ninth place with 19 points, has shown inconsistent results. Diba looks to achieve a historic first by winning three consecutive matches when they host Al Nasr tonight. Diba, currently second from bottom with 12 points, will be seeking a historic victory. Al Nasr, in seventh place with 22 points, faces a test to restore balance and turn draws into wins. Al-Bataeh hosts Bani Yas in a direct relegation battle. Al-Bataeh, in 12th place with 13 points, has shown slight improvement, while Bani Yas, bottom of the table with 11 points, must win to avoid the last spot.
