Al Jazira earned a valuable 1-0 win over Dibba on Saturday at Dibba Stadium, securing three important points in Matchweek 6 of the ADNOC Pro League.
The breakthrough came early when Bruno de Oliveira fired home a composed finish in the 17th minute after a perfectly placed pass from Mamadou Koulibaly.
The goal marked Oliveira’s 20th in the ADNOC Pro League, continuing his fine form this season.
Dibba’s challenge grew more difficult in the 41st minute when VAR reviewed a heavy tackle by Igor Serrote on Carlos Vinícius, leading to a straight red card and reducing the home side to ten men.
Al Jazira managed the game efficiently, holding off Dibba’s late pressure with disciplined defending until the final whistle.
The win lifts the Pride of Abu Dhabi to fifth place with 10 points, while Dibba remain 13th with just one point from six matches.