Look: Al Jazira move into top four of UAE Pro League after win over Sharjah

Seal 1-0 victory at Mohammed bin Zayed stadium, Al Ain and Al Orooba draw in matchweek 18

Last updated: March 05, 2022 | 11:46

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During matchweek 18 of the ADNOC UAE Pro League Al Jazira sealed a 1-0 victory against Sharjah at the Mohammed bin Zayed stadium.

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It was their second consecutive win and it was a result that saw their points tally rise to 32 as they moved into fourth spot with a game in hand, while Sharjah remain in third place on 33 points.

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The result was secured in the first 45 minutes by the Pride of Abu Dhabi in what turned out to be a disappointing match lacking clear scoring chances for both sides.

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Bruno de Oliveira was on target for Al Jazira following a good team move.

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Meanwhile, Al Ain and Al Orooba shared the points in the top versus second bottom clash at the Hazza bin Zayed Stadium.

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Ali Madan opened the scoring for the Fujairah-based side in the first half and they nearly won it but with 3 minutes left Rafael Antonio snatched a late equaliser. The draw took Al Ain’s points tally to 43, with Al Orooba’s tally going up to 10.

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It was the second draw between the teams this season, after an exhilarating 3-3 tie a few months ago.

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