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

As Al Dhafra prepare to host Al Shabab Al Ahli on February 20, 2026, with kick-off at 18:30, this UAE: Premier League fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Al Dhafra, currently 10th in the standings with 17 points from 16 games, trail the leaders by 21 points. They've earned 12 points from 8 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 2 draws and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 9 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Al Shabab Al Ahli, sitting 2nd with 38 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 20 points from 8 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 15 goals scored. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Recent meetings between Al Dhafra and Al Shabab Al Ahli have favored Al Shabab Al Ahli, with Al Shabab Al Ahli claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-2). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Al Bataeh, Al Dhafra recorded a 1-1 draw while lining up in a 5-4-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Al-Sayed, Idrees, Rabja, Serafim, Al-Karbi, El Khaloui, Djooh, Jobson, Bayesh, El Berkaoui, Yaslam. This configuration emphasized defensive solidity while enabling quick transitions forward.

Al Shabab Al Ahli's last outing came against Al Wahda FC Abu Dhabi, where they secured a 0-0 draw using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Al Dhafra are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Al Dhafra and Al Shabab Al Ahli 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 Dhafra's fixtures have averaged 3.2 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. Al Shabab Al Ahli's games average 3.6 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 5 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect goals mainly from one team.

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