Shabab Al Ahli secured their first victory of the ADIB Cup campaign with a 2-1 win over United at Rashid Stadium in Gameweek 3.
The hosts made a fast start and opened the scoring after just seven minutes when Mohammed Almansoori found the net with a well-placed header.
United looked for a response and came close in the 22nd minute when KOUAME AUTONNE fired from inside the penalty area, but his effort hit the side netting as Shabab Al Ahli took a 1-0 advantage into half-time.
United increased the pressure after the break, but Shabab Al Ahli doubled their lead in the 68th minute. Breno Cascardo Lemos broke through on goal before finishing past United goalkeeper Inayatullh Noor
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Alemhdi Maouhoub gave United hope in the 88th minute with a finish from inside the penalty area, but Shabab Al Ahli held on to secure all three points.
The victory lifted Shabab Al Ahli to five points and fifth place, while United remained on three points in ninth.
United had slightly more possession at 51.6% and completed 378 passes compared with Shabab Al Ahli’s 353. They also attempted 11 shots to the hosts’ 10, although Shabab Al Ahli held the advantage in shots on target, five to three.
Almansoori’s opener was his first ADIB Cup goal, coming in his fifth appearance in the competition.
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