The 2024–25 ADNOC Pro League season officially came to a close with Shabab Al Ahli securing the league title.
The title was mathematically sealed in Matchweek 23, with the official trophy ceremony taking place on the final day following their 2-1 win over Al Jazira.
Their journey to the title was marked by impressive consistency.
Shabab Al Ahli first reached the top of the table in Matchweek 6 and stayed there through Matchweek 8.
After briefly stepping out of first place, they reclaimed the lead in Matchweek 11, and never looked back. They held on to top spot for the remaining 16 rounds, spending a total of 19 matchweeks at the top.
Throughout the season, the team lived out the mantra: "Reaching the top is easy; staying there is the challenge." They did so by delivering results week after week, ultimately finishing with 19 wins, 6 draws, and only 1 loss across 26 matches. They scored 57 goals and conceded just 22, blending attacking efficiency with defensive strength.
This title marks Shabab Al Ahli’s fifth in the professional era, equaling Al Ain’s record, and their ninth overall in UAE league history.
Shabab Al Ahli’s goal distribution in the 2024–25 ADNOC Pro League season is as follows:
23 goals scored in first halves, 34 in second halves
35 goals with the right foot, 7 with the left, 14 via headers
53 goals from inside the box, 4 from outside
30 goals from open play, 27 from set pieces (including 8 penalties)
They also scored an own goal