Al Ain vs Al Sharjah - UAE Pro League Match

Al Ain vs Al Sharjah Preview: UAE Pro League Clash

Al Ain will host Al Sharjah at Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium on Friday, January 2, 2026 at 18:45 UTC in what promises to be an exciting UAE Pro League encounter. Both sides will be looking to secure all three points as they continue their campaign this season.

Current Form & Recent Results

Al Ain head into this game in strong form, collecting 2 wins from their last 3 outings.

Al Sharjah recent form shows 2 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 4 games.

Head-to-Head Record

History favors Al Ain in this fixture. In their last 39 meetings, the hosts have claimed 16 victories, with Al Sharjah winning 12 and 11 ending in draws. This slight edge in the record could give them the psychological advantage heading into this clash.

Expected Tactics & Formations

Al Ain are expected to line up in a 5-4-1 formation, while Al Sharjah will likely deploy a 4-2-3-1 system. The tactical battle between these two setups could prove decisive in determining the outcome.

Match Prediction & Analysis

With home advantage and strong recent form, Al Ain will be the clear favorites heading into this match. However, Al Sharjah cannot be written off entirely and could pose problems on the counter-attack. Expect the hosts to dominate possession and create the better chances.

Key Facts

• Kick-off: Friday, January 2, 2026, 18:45 UTC
• Venue: Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium
• Competition: UAE Pro League
• Al Ain Position: 1st (27 pts)
• Al Sharjah Position: 11th (10 pts)
• H2H Record (Last 39): Al Ain 16W - 11D - 12W Al Sharjah