Matchweek 5 of the ADNOC Pro League promises intense action as top teams face off in crucial fixtures. The highly anticipated "Classico" between Al Ain and Al Wahda headlines the weekend, with key matchups across both days expected to shake up the standings.
Set for Saturday and Sunday, October 5th and 6th, seven thrilling matches will have fans across the UAE on the edge of their seats.
The first day of Matchweek 5 begins with four exciting matchups. At 17:10, Dibba Al-Hisn host Al Jazira at Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qassimi Stadium.
Dibba Al-Hisn are still searching for their first points of the season, while Al Jazira, currently in seventh place with six points, look to continue climbing the table.
Simultaneously, Al Nasr will play Ajman at Al Maktoum Stadium.
Al Nasr, eighth with eight points, hope to return to winning ways after a recent draw, while Ajman, in 11th with four points, are aiming for their second win of the season.
At 19:45, Kalba take on Al Bataeh at Kalba Stadium.
Both teams are tied on four points, sitting in ninth and tenth place, respectively.
A victory in this match could provide crucial momentum as both sides look to move up the standings.
In another 19:45 kickoff, Al Wasl host Khorfakkan at Zabeel Stadium. Al Wasl, sixth with seven points, seek to bounce back from a recent loss, while Khorfakkan, 12th with three points, is determined to improve their fortunes after a tough start to the season.
The second day opens with a high-stakes clash between Bani Yas and Shabab Al Ahli at 17:10 at Bani Yas Stadium.
Baniyas, sitting fifth with seven points, will look to make a push for the top, while second-place Shabab Al Ahli, with a perfect 12 points, aim to maintain their unbeaten run.
At 19:45, league leaders Sharjah will face Al Orooba. Sharjah, top of the table, will aim to protect their lead, while Al Orooba, desperate to climb out of the bottom half, face a tough challenge against the in-form leaders.
The highlight of Matchweek 5 is the much-anticipated "Classico" between Al Ain and Al Wahda at 19:45 at Hazza bin Zayed Stadium.
Al Ain, third with seven points and a game in hand, will face Al Wahda, who are fourth, also with seven points from four matches.
The rivalry between these two giants of UAE football has delivered memorable encounters over the years, with Al Ain holding the historical edge with 16 wins to Al Wahda’s 8 across their last 30 encounters.
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