Today, the sixth round of the Professional League of the UAE concludes with a match between Shabab Al-Ahli and the tournament leader Shardja in Dubai. The game will take place at the Rashid Stadium and features one of the most anticipated rivalries of this season. Both clubs have yet to suffer a single defeat, and today’s match pits the strong attack of Shabab Al-Ahli against the defense of Shardja.
Both clubs are leading the championship with 15 points, making today’s meeting decisive for resolving this tie or maintaining it for subsequent rounds. Shardja has not suffered a single defeat this season, winning five league matches, as well as winning the 1/16 final match of the President's Cup and topping their group in the Asian Champions League. On the other hand, Shabab Al-Ahli has suffered one defeat to Nasaf from Uzbekistan, drew with Ajman, and has nine victories.
Shabab Al-Ahli, possessing the best attack in the league with 18 goals, is led by the Iranian Sardar Azmoun, who has scored five goals. Nevertheless, Al-Ahli conceded all eight goals, which is a high statistic for a team aiming for the championship. Shardja conceded only two goals, boasts the best defense in the league, and has scored 11 goals, including five goals by Kaio Lucas.
These two teams have faced each other in 66 matches over the last 25 years, starting from the year 2000. Shabab Al-Ahli has secured 35 victories, Shardja - 12, and 19 matches ended in a draw. In another match of the day, Al-Nasr will be guests at Al-Batta after lunch. The leader with nine points plays against the team that has earned only four points in the league.
