Sharjah wrapped up their ADNOC Pro League campaign on a high note, delivering a commanding second-half performance to secure a 4-1 win over Al Wasl on Sunday evening.
The result not only showcased their attacking prowess but also ensured a strong finish to the season, cementing second place in the standings with 51 points. Al Wasl, meanwhile, concluded their campaign in fourth place with 46 points.
The first half offered little in the way of action, with both sides struggling to create clear-cut chances. Defensive discipline dominated the opening 45 minutes, leading to a goalless stalemate at the break.
However, the second half painted an entirely different picture. Sharjah returned to the pitch with renewed energy and intent, and it didn't take long for them to make their mark.
In the 53rd minute, they broke the deadlock through a confidently taken penalty, expertly dispatched into the top-right corner beyond the reach of Al Wasl’s goalkeeper.
Just three minutes later, the lead was doubled. Lucas produced a moment of brilliance, firing a thunderous first-time half-volley into the back of the net, leaving the defense stunned and the crowd roaring.
Sharjah continued their relentless assault and found a third goal in the 65th minute. Luan Pereira capitalized on a defensive error, calmly slotting the ball into the bottom-left corner to make it 3-0.
Al Wasl managed to pull one back in the 68th minute, albeit through an unfortunate own goal. In attempting to intercept Rodrigo Oliveira’s low cross, Shaheen Abdalla accidentally deflected the ball past his own goalkeeper, giving his side a glimmer of hope.
But any chances of a comeback were dashed in the 83rd minute when Ousmane Camara sealed the win in style.
After collecting the ball, he made a sharp cut inside the box and coolly slotted it between the legs of the goalkeeper, restoring Sharjah’s three-goal cushion and securing all three points.
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