Sharjah strengthened their position at the top of the ADNOC Pro League table with a hard-earned 1-0 victory over Ajman in a fiercely contested Matchweek 9 clash at Rashid bin Saeed Stadium on Sunday.
A decisive penalty by Caio Lucas in the 68th minute sealed the win, earning Sharjah three crucial points.
The result lifts Sharjah to 24 points, further solidifying their dominance at the top of the league standings, while Ajman remain in 11th place with just 7 points as their struggles continue.
From the opening whistle, Sharjah pressed high and showed intent to control the game.
Caio Lucas came close to breaking the deadlock in the 23rd minute with a powerful shot that narrowly missed the target, skimming past the post.
Ajman responded with a dangerous attack just before halftime, as Victor Henrique skillfully maneuvered past Sharjah’s defenders and unleashed a shot that was brilliantly saved by goalkeeper Adel Alhosani.
The second half saw Sharjah intensify their efforts, determined to secure the win. In the 68th minute, a VAR review awarded Sharjah a penalty after a foul inside the box.
Caio Lucas stepped up confidently, converting the spot-kick and putting his team in front.
Caio Lucas has been a standout performer this season, contributing to 18 goals in 16 matches across all competitions, with 12 goals scored and 6 assists.
Despite Ajman’s attempts to equalize, Sharjah’s defense remained resolute, denying the hosts any clear opportunities.
The referee’s final whistle confirmed a valuable victory for Sharjah, keeping them in control of the league and maintaining their title aspirations.
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