Al Wahda secured a convincing 3-1 victory over Khorfakkan at Bani Yas Stadium on Sunday in Matchweek 4 of the ADIB Cup.
Facundo Daniel scored twice, while Arnau Pradas also found the net for Al Wahda in the 22nd, 54th and 48th minutes respectively. Akram Nakach pulled one back for Khorfakkan in the 67th minute.
The victory takes Al Wahda to six points in sixth place, while Khorfakkan remain bottom of the table in 14th place without a point.
Al Wahda dominated the opening half and took the lead in the 22nd minute when Facundo Daniel rose highest to meet a cross and guide a powerful header into the net.
The hosts extended their advantage in first-half stoppage time, with Arnau Pradas producing a well-placed finish from inside the box in the 48th minute to make it 2-0.
Al Wahda continued their dominance after the restart and were awarded a penalty in the 54th minute. Facundo Daniel stepped up and calmly converted from the spot to complete his brace and put his side firmly in control.
Khorfakkan responded in the 67th minute as Akram Naqash fired from inside the penalty area to reduce the deficit.
However, Al Wahda held firm for the remainder of the match to secure all three points with an impressive 3-1 victory.
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