Shabab Al Ahli Dubai — Al Ain : Match Preview and Prediction for September 25,2025

Shabab Al Ahli Dubai’s Impeccable Defense

The hosts approach this match as a formidable defensive powerhouse. Four games played, and zero goals conceded. Do you understand? ZERO! Reflect on these figures. This is the best record in the league, and it’s no mere coincidence.

Defensive Statistics and Goalkeeper Performance

The team boasts the most reliable defense in the tournament. This isn’t just evident from their clean sheets, but also from their statistics: they are the league leaders from the bottom in terms of opponent shots on target—just 5 shots conceded in 4 matches, averaging 1.25 per game. And how many clear scoring chances have been created against them? Only four. This indicates that opponents rarely manage to pose a genuine threat.Shabab Al Ahli’s goalkeeper, Hamad Al-Mekebaali, was named the star of the fourth round precisely for keeping his goal impenetrable. This is the fruit of collective effort, and the entire defensive mechanism functions flawlessly. Coach Paulo Sousa openly called the upcoming encounter a difficult one, demanding significant effort. This unequivocally hints at a cautious approach to the game.

Offensive Tendencies and Team Statements

Striker Renan Victor also confirmed that the match would be a fierce battle, emphasizing that it wouldn’t be easy. In their last five matches, Shabab Al Ahli has never scored more than two goals per game. This trend is our main advantage.

Al Ain’s Attacking Reliance on Kojo Laba

Now, to the visitors. Al Ain is a team with a potent attack, but their scoring efficiency is heavily dependent on one man – Kojo Laba. 7 out of the team’s 9 goals have been scored by this player. This makes their attack predictable, and Shabab Al Ahli’s defense will know exactly who needs to be contained.

Coach’s Perspective and Strategic Approach

Al Ain’s coach, Vladimir Ivic, gives due credit to the opponent, stating that Shabab Al Ahli is a team that achieved a double last season. He demands “doubled efforts” from his players to secure a positive result. Such statements suggest significant respect for the opponent and, consequently, a more cautious approach to the game.Certainly, Laba recently bagged a hat-trick, but that was against Khorfakkan, a team that has conceded 13 goals in 5 rounds. Shabab Al Ahli represents a completely different level of defense. Their defensive line will be a true test for any forward.