Sport Country 2026-04-11T22:20:39+00:00

United Defeats Al Ain to Lead UAE First Division League

Led by Andrea Pirlo, United defeated Al Ain 2-1, strengthening their lead in the UAE First Division League. The team has 47 points and is pulling away from its rivals. Other matches in the round saw Al-Arabi, Dba Al-Hasan, and Hatta secure decisive victories.


United Defeats Al Ain to Lead UAE First Division League

In the 23rd round of the UAE First Division League, Al Ain faced United, with United securing a 2-1 victory over the home team. Under the guidance of Italian coach Andrea Pirlo, United continues its triumphant run, getting closer to clinching a promotion to the Pro League. United's goals were scored by Habib Al-Fardan and Haris Seferovic, while Al Ain's lone goal came from Lars Veldwijk. This win propels United to 47 points, solidifying their lead at the top of the table with a 6-point advantage over their closest rivals, Al-Arabi. It's worth noting that United has one postponed match against Hatta. On Al-Fujairah's pitch, Al-Arabi defeated the home side with a single goal from Rashed Eissa, elevating the team to second place in the standings for the first time this season with 41 points. On their home turf, Dba Al-Hasan regained their form by thrashing Julf United 3-0. Goals from Mohamed Yatarra, Joelherm Jesus, and Joao Victor helped Dba Al-Hasan reach 40 points and secure third place. Hatta also achieved a 3-0 victory over Masfout, with Anas Al-Taweel, Samuel Rosa, and Shevit Shiviti finding the net. Hatta now also has 40 points, placing them fourth. Meanwhile, Al-Ittihad secured a commanding 5-0 win over Majd. David Mariani scored a hat-trick, and Ruan Victor Oliviera and Ahmed Khalil, in his official debut, also scored. This victory lifts Al-Ittihad to 16 points, moving them off the bottom of the table, which is now occupied by Majd.