Shabab Al Ahli and Sharjah compete for ADNOC Pro League top spot

March 04, 2025 / 11:20 PM

Sharjah24: Shabab Al Ahli continues to lead the ADNOC Pro League, maintaining a seven-point gap over its closest competitor, Sharjah. The team, alongside Al Ain, also tops the list of the strongest attacking sides with 42 goals. Meanwhile, Sharjah boasts the league's best defensive record, conceding only eight goals. Several key statistics have emerged after 18 rounds, highlighting the league’s competitive nature.

League statistics and goal-scoring trends

According to the UAE Pro League’s statistics, 124 matches have been played so far, yielding a total of 401 goals at an average of 3.23 goals per match. Additionally, 60 matches ended with clean sheets.

Shabab Al Ahli and Al Ain lead the scoring charts with 42 goals each, followed by Al Jazira with 36 goals. Al Wahda and Al Nasr have both scored 33 goals. Notably, Shabab Al Ahli remains unbeaten after 18 rounds and has secured the most wins, with 15 victories.

Draws, wins, and defensive performances

Kalba holds the record for the most draws this season, having drawn seven matches. In contrast, Sharjah and Ajman have recorded the fewest draws, with just one each. Al Orooba has struggled the most, securing only one win so far.

Possession and defensive records

Al Nasr and Al Ain lead the league in ball possession, averaging 58%. Meanwhile, Sharjah stands out as the team with the most clean sheets, keeping their goal untouched in 11 matches.