Al Wasl solidified their lead in the ADNOC Pro League standings with a convincing 3-0 win over Khorfakkan in a captivating match at Zabeel Stadium on Saturday. This decisive win in matchweek 17 of the 2023-2024 season showcased Al Wasl's formidable presence in the league.
The scoring spree began in the 56th minute when Fabio De Lima broke through Khorfakkan's defenses, giving Al Wasl the lead. The momentum continued with Nicolas Gimenez doubling the advantage in the 70th minute, demonstrating Al Wasl's tactical superiority. The final blow was delivered by Siaka Sidibe, who found the back of the net in the 81st minute, sealing a comprehensive victory for Al Wasl.
This victory propels Al Wasl to 45 points, further solidifying their leadership in the league, while Khorfakkan stay anchored at 17 points, positioned tenth in the standings. Throughout the match, Al Wasl dominated play, showcasing an aggressive offense and strategic precision that Khorfakkan struggled to counter.
Fabio De Lima's goal marked a personal achievement, contributing to five goals in Al Wasl's last three matches against Khorfakkan, including three goals and two assists.