Sharjah finished off 2020 at the top of the Arabian Gulf League table after overcoming Ajman 2-0 at Sharjah Stadium in matchweek 12 on Thursday.
The King managed to break the deadlock after seven minutes only, when Igor Coronado found the back of the net following an impressive teamwork.
The Oranges tried to level the scoreline, while the hosts were looking to double their lead. Majid Surour came close to netting the second for the King, but his effort was blocked by the defense.
Eight minutes after the restart, Ajman came close to levelling the scoreline through a freekick from Brazilian Gustavo De Maro.
Just one minutes from full time, the King were awarded a penalty after Welliton Soares was brought down inside the box. Soares converted from the spot to hand his side a 2-0 win.
Sharjah consolidated their position on top as they now raised their tally to 29 points, while Ajman remained 13th on on three points.
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