Shabab Al Ahli rout Dibba to secure top spot

Shabab Al Ahli sealed top spot after a resounding 7-0 win over Dibba in the closing match of Matchweek 13 of the Adnoc Pro League match held at the Rashid Stadium.

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The emphatic result ensured Shabab Al Ahli ended the first half of the season at the top of the standings with 32 points, underlining their dominance in the title race, while Dibba remain on nine points and continue to struggle near the foot of the table.

Mateus Lima set the tone for a dominant performance by opening the scoring in the 15th minute, reacting quickest to a rebound inside the penalty area to put Shabab Al Ahli ahead. Mohammed Al Mansoori doubled the advantage in the 33rd minute, and Dibba's challenge became even steeper soon after when a red card reduced them to ten men, leaving the visitors with an uphill battle for the remainder of the match.

Kauan Santos added a third goal shortly before halftime to give Shabab Al Ahli a comfortable 3-0 advantage.