Al Ain vs. Al Jazira headlines Eighth Round of ADNOC Pro League

Match schedule and round overview

The round will be played over three days, starting with Khorfakkan facing Shabab Al Ahli at Saqr Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi Stadium. On Friday, the fixtures include Al Nasr versus Al Dhafra at Al Maktoum Stadium, Dibba against Al Wahda at Dibba Stadium, and Sharjah hosting Bani Yas at Sharjah Stadium.

Key match: Al Ain vs. Al Jazira

Saturday’s matches include Kalba taking on Al Bataeh at Kalba Stadium and Al Wasl facing Ajman at Zabeel Stadium. The round concludes with the marquee match at Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium, where league leaders Al Ain will face Al Jazira. Al Ain aims to maintain their perfect record and extend their winning streak, currently leading the standings with 19 points, two ahead of Al Wahda. They have won their last four matches, scoring 11 goals while maintaining a clean sheet.

Standings and expectations

Meanwhile, Al Wahda, in second place with 17 points, is hopeful that the outcome of the top-of-the-table clash will favor them. They will face Dibba, who are second from the bottom with just two points, in a bid to close the gap at the top of the table.