Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai U23 vs Al Dhafra U23: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Al Shabab U-23 prepare to host Al Dhafra U-23 on February 21, 2026, with kick-off at 18:30, this UAE: Arabian Gulf Reserve League fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Al Shabab U-23, currently 11th in the standings with 20 points from 16 games, trail the leaders by 14 points. They've earned 10 points from 8 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 4 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Al Dhafra U-23, sitting 6th with 22 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 8 points from 8 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Recent meetings between Al Shabab U-23 and Al Dhafra U-23 have been competitive, ending in a 2-2 draw. The head-to-head record remains evenly balanced between the two sides.

In their previous league match against Al Wahda U-23, Al Shabab U-23 recorded a 1-1 draw while lining up in a standard formation.

Al Dhafra U-23's last outing came against Al Bataeh U-23, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Al Shabab U-23 are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Al Shabab U-23 and Al Dhafra U-23 are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Al Shabab U-23's fixtures have averaged 2.9 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 80% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. Al Dhafra U-23's games average 3.1 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

ScoresFeed.com is covering Al Shabab U-23 vs Al Dhafra U-23 in real time, providing live score of the match, team line-ups, full match stats, and live match commentary.