Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai vs Al-Ain: Prediction, Head-to-Head, Odds & Stats (Thu, 25 Sep '25)

As the clock ticks towards the showdown in the UAE Pro League on Thursday, September 25, 2025, emotions run high and expectations soar. What can we anticipate from the clash between Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai and Al-Ain? Their recent history gives us insight, highlighting that out of the last three encounters, Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai has clinched two victories, leaving Al-Ain winless and managing just one draw.

Their previous face-off on Monday, April 7, 2025, ended with even scores—a stalemate graced the scoreboard. However, the winds have shifted since then, with Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai recently holding their ground for a 1-1 draw against Tractor FC. Al-Ain mirrored this result with their 1-1 draw against Al Wasl. In domestic rankings, Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai flaunts their supremacy perched atop the league table, while Al-Ain trails them closely in second place.

Player performance stats unfold intriguing tales: A keen focus is required on Shabab’s top scorer, Renan, who has consistently found the net this season. Meanwhile, Al-Ain looks to count on Alejandro Romero's creativity, who stands as their leading assist provider with three setups. The player rating reveals the titans among them: Renan and Kaiky both shine with ratings of 8, followed by Federico Cartabia at 7.23, anchoring Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai's relentless charge.

For Al-Ain, Kodjo Fo Doh Laba commands respect with a rating of 7.57, trailed by Kouame Autonne's solid 7.5, and Romero’s contribution with 7.27. A possession duel looms, with Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai owning an average match possession of 56%, just a hair below Al-Ain's 57%. Moreover, in the corner race, Shabab averages 4.67 corners per game, while Al-Ain slightly nudges ahead with an average of 5 corners.

Disciplinary record can shape game dynamics, where Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai counts 9 Yellow cards and a single Red, a mirror image of Al-Ain's tally of 4 Yellow cards and 1 Red. With all these factors woven into the narrative, who seems set to emerge victorious? Analyzing the momentum, prowess, and stats, Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai, with their head-to-head advantage and superior league position, appear primed to seize the upper hand and triumph in this highly anticipated confrontation.