Matchweek 4 of the U23 Pro League is set to deliver some thrilling encounters, with the highly anticipated clash between Al Wasl and Al Ain at Zabeel Stadium taking center stage.
Adding to the excitement is the Baniyas vs. Al Wahda derby at Baniyas Stadium, promising a weekend filled with action-packed football.
The matches are scheduled across Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, offering fans a feast of competitive fixtures.
The matchweek kicks off on Friday with Sharjah hosting Al Bataeh at Khalid bin Mohammed Stadium at 5:20 PM.
Sharjah, currently sitting in 10th place with three points from three draws, are eager to secure their first win of the season.
Al Bataeh, with a win, a draw, and a loss so far, hold 7th place with four points.
Both teams will be pushing for the three points to boost their positions in the league.
At the same time on Friday, the top match of the matchweek takes place at Zabeel Stadium, where Al Wasl will face Al Ain in a battle for supremacy.
Al Wasl, tied at the top with Al Orooba on seven points, are aiming for victory to pull ahead and reach ten points.
Meanwhile, Al Ain, in 5th place with five points, will be looking to climb to eight points and challenge for the top spot.
This fixture promises to be a tight contest with major implications for the league standings.
Saturday brings more excitement as Dibba Al-Hisn, in 12th place with just one point, host Ajman, who sit 9th with four points.
Both teams will be eager to gain ground and move up the table.
Simultaneously on Saturday, Bani Yas and Al Wahda face off in a highly anticipated derby at Bani Yas Stadium.
Bani Yas, struggling at the bottom of the table without any points, will be desperate for a turnaround.
Al Wahda, in 4th place with five points, is determined to keep pace with the league leaders and secure a crucial win.
Saturday’s action continues with a crucial match between Shabab Al Ahli and league leaders Al Orooba at Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium.
Shabab Al Ahli, sitting in 3rd place with six points, is looking to leapfrog the top two and take sole possession of first place.
Al Orooba, leading with seven points, will be determined to hold on to their position at the summit.
This match is set to be a battle of high stakes as both teams fight for the top spot.
Sunday's matches will wrap up the round, with Khorfakkan, currently 13th with one point, visiting Kalba, who are 11th with three points.
Meanwhile, Al Nasr, in 6th place with four points, will host Al Jazira, who are 8th, at Al Maktoum Stadium.
Both teams will be looking for a victory to climb the standings and keep their season on track.