Shabab Al-Ahli achieved an important victory over Shardja with a score of 3:1 in the first match of the FAB Islamic Bank Cup semifinals. The match took place at the stadium in Sharjah. This victory allowed the 'Knights' from Dubai to advance to the finals of the competition.
Shabab Al-Ahli dominated the game, controlling play throughout the match and not giving the opponent many chances to score. Renan Victor scored the first goal against Shardja in the 11th minute of the match. Shabab Al-Ahli showcased a strong performance, unlike the two previous matches between these teams in the Asian Champions League semifinals.
In the second half, both teams created dangerous moments at the goal, but neither could change the score. In the 22nd minute of the match, Matias Lima increased the guests' advantage, while Kamara scored for Shardja in the 40th minute. However, Renan Victor returned and completed his hat-trick, scoring two goals in the 45th minute of the match.
The next match between these teams will take place on Sunday at the Rashid Stadium in Dubai. Shabab Al-Ahli will enter this match with a comfortable advantage after the victory in the first game, while Shardja will need to win by a difference of three goals to advance to the final. Notably, in another semifinal, Al Wasl achieved a victory over Al Jazira 1:0, and they are scheduled to play a return match on Saturday at the Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium.
