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Croatian coach Alen Horvat, head coach of Al Dhafra Club’s first football team, said his team faces another difficult challenge in the second round of the ADNOC Pro League, following their opening-round match against Sharjah.

He made the remarks during the pre-match press conference for Shabab Al Ahli game, held Thursday evening in the press conference room at Hamdan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Stadium in Madinat Zayed. Horvat discussed the team’s preparations for the match and was accompanied by Al Dhafra player Regi Lushkja.

Al Dhafra coach added that their opponents are a big name in the league and are considered among the contenders for the title.

Horvat confirmed that Al Dhafra are ready for the match, noting that the players had worked hard throughout the week and shown positive energy.

He finally added that the team continues to make progress in its work, with the aim of improving as the days go by.

For his part, Regi Lushkja acknowledged the difficulty of Shabab Al Ahli match, saying that the team had completed its preparations and would work to implement the instructions of the coach and technical staff.

The Albanian player also called on the team’s fans to attend the match, stressing that the team hopes to achieve the best possible results during the season and that the supporters are considered the team’s “12th player.”

Al Dhafra Club suffered a 3–1 defeat from Sharjah in their opening match of the 2026–2027 ADNOC Pro League season.

The match was played on Saturday evening at Hamdan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Stadium in Zayed City as part of the competition’s first round.

The first half was evenly contested, with Sharjah enjoying a slight advantage. The visitors opened the scoring in the 39th minute, taking a 1–0 lead into halftime.

In the second half, Al Dhafra stepped up their attacking efforts in search of an equalizer. Sharjah goalkeeper Adel Al Hosni produced an outstanding save in the 51st minute, brilliantly stopping a powerful effort from Rostand Djooh and keeping his team in front.

Al Dhafra’s pressure paid off in the 59th minute when Dominique Mendy unleashed a powerful shot from outside the penalty area that found the back of the Sharjah net.

However, Al Dhafra’s joy was short-lived, as Sharjah regained the lead in the 66th minute by scoring their second goal.

Al Dhafra’s coaching staff made several substitutions during the second half in an effort to strengthen the attack and get back into the match. The home side continued to push for an equalizer, but Sharjah’s defensive organization prevented them from doing so.

In the added time, while Al Dhafra were searching for an equalizer, Sharjah scored a third goal to seal a 3–1 victory and claim all three points from the opening round.

Al Dhafra first Football team is looking to repeat last season’s scenario, when it began its campaign at home with a victory over Al Wasl.

This time, the team will aim to secure a win in its opening match against visiting Sharjah, as the two sides meet this evening, Saturday, at Hamdan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Stadium in Zayed City, in the opening round of the ADNOC Pro League for the 2026–2027 season.

Al Dhafra enter today’s match with high ambitions and renewed challenges, determined to make a strong start that will provide an important psychological boost at the beginning of the new campaign. This is particularly significant given the strong competition witnessed in the opening round, which saw Ajman defeat Al Wahda while Kalba drew with Al Nasr.

Al Dhafra are also counting on a number of new signings and players who joined the squad during the transfer window. The club’s supporters, known as the “Knights of Al Dhafra,” have high hopes that these additions will make a positive impact and help the club achieve its ambitions and meet the expectations of its fans throughout the new season.

Al Dhafra completed their preparations for the match with a series of intensive training sessions. Under the leadership of Croatian coach Alen Horvat, the technical staff focused on improving the players’ fitness levels, building greater cohesion within the squad, and working on the technical and tactical aspects that the team will rely on against Sharjah.

The “Knights of Al Dhafra” supporters are eagerly anticipating a strong performance at the start of the campaign—one that reflects the team’s high ambitions for the new season and produces a positive result to give Al Dhafra an ideal start to their ADNOC Pro League journey.

Best of luck to Al Dhafra in delivering a strong performance and achieving the result their supporters are hoping for.

Croatian coach Alen Hovart, head coach of Al Dhafra, expects a strong and difficult match against Sharjah in the opening round of the ADNOC Pro League, stressing that his team is ready for its first game of the new season.

Hovart made the remarks during the pre-match press conference held on Thursday evening in the press conference room at Hamdan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Stadium in Zayed City. The conference focused on Al Dhafra’s preparations for the match and was attended by team captain Abdullah Al Karbi.

At the beginning of the conference, Hovart said that Sharjah will fight to compete for the top spot in the league, describing them as one of the teams that regularly challenge for the highest positions. He stressed that facing a team of Sharjah’s quality represents an important test for Al Dhafra at the start of the season.

“The match will be a good indicator of how ready our team is at the beginning of the season. Our goal is to continue working with the same organization and high level of confidence that we showed during the preparation period. We played only a few friendly matches, but they were good and beneficial. If we continue to work in the same way against Sharjah, that will be a positive thing for us,” he said.

Al Dhafra head coach also invited the club’s supporters to attend the match at Hamdan Bin Zayed Stadium and get behind the team.

“I would like to take this opportunity to invite our great fans to come to the stadium, stand behind the team and support us, so that we can achieve positive results at the start of the season,” he said.

For his part, team captain Abdullah Al Karbi expressed his hope that the match against Sharjah would be a successful start for Al Dhafra following what he described as a successful pre-season camp.

Al Karbi also called on the club’s supporters, known as the “Knights of Al Dhafra,” to continue supporting the team and attend the opening match of the season, as they did throughout the previous campaign. He emphasized that the fans’ support provides players with important motivation to give their best and achieve the results they are aiming for.

His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Sports Council, has issued a decision to reconstitute the Board of Directors of Al Dhafra Sports and Cultural Club.

The new board will be chaired by Hamdan Saif Mohammed Hamdan Al Mansoori, with Hamad Khamis Salem Dhaiban Al Mansoori serving as Vice Chairman.

The Board’s membership also includes Jaber Ali Murshid Khamis Al Marar, Ghawiya Mohammed Khuwaidem Abdullah Al Neyadi, Tahnoon Mohammed Ahmed Salem Al Mazrouei, and Murshid Khalfan Mohammed Jarsh Al Marar.

The new term of the newly formed board shall be three years from the date of issuance of the decision.

Al Dhafra FC will host Al Wahda FC at 7:30 p.m. this Saturday at Hamdan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Stadium in a clash headlined as “a match for survival.”

The match, which comes in the final round of the UAE Pro League, sees Al Dhafra enter with the slogan “Nothing but victory.”

The encounter represents the team’s final opportunity to keep their hopes alive of remaining among the top-flight clubs.

Al Dhafra approaches the game under tremendous pressure, as they have no option other than winning and hoping for direct rivals Dibba Al Fujairah FC and Al Bataeh Club to stumble against Al Ain FC and Shabab Al Ahli Club, respectively, in simultaneous fixtures that will determine the relegation battle.

The technical staff and players fully realize that any result other than victory could officially end the team’s survival hopes, giving the match a decisive character that demands maximum concentration and fighting spirit on the pitch.

During the final preparations, the coaching staff focused on raising the players’ technical and mental readiness, urging them to show fighting spirit and give everything they have in this crucial encounter.

Al Dhafra players are expected to deliver a combative performance, holding firmly to their hopes until the final moments of the season.

On the other hand, the team’s supporters are eagerly looking forward to the match, rallying behind the players with great hope and strong belief in their ability to achieve the impossible and celebrate together after the final whistle.

Best wishes to Al Dhafra players in delivering a strong performance and securing victory in this important clash.

Al Dhafra FC will be hosted by Bani Yas Club at 8:45 PM this Tuesday at Bani Yas Stadium in Al Shamkha in Matchweek 24 of the ADNOC Pro League.

Al Dhafra heads into the match with 18 points in 13th place, with only three rounds remaining in the competition, making it crucial for the team to come away with the best possible result.

The coaching staff and players are fully aware of the sensitivity of this stage, which has been clearly reflected in the team’s preparations, marked by high concentration and discipline, alongside a collective desire to get back on track and return to positive results.

During recent training sessions, the technical staff focused on correcting the mistakes that appeared in previous rounds while also strengthening the physical and mental aspects to ensure the squad is fully prepared for the match.

The team will be without midfielder Jos Santos, who is suspended for today’s game.

Al Dhafra will also rely on the support of its fans, who have always been an influential factor in such circumstances, as the team looks to achieve a positive result that could improve its survival hopes.

Fighting spirit on the pitch will also be a key factor in today’s encounter, especially with the tight competition and small gap in points among the teams battling to avoid relegation.

The match will certainly not be easy, but it represents a real opportunity for the players to prove their ability to handle pressure and keep alive their hopes of remaining in the ADNOC Pro League. It could shape the next phase of the season, renew the team’s hopes, and ultimately determine its fate.

Best wishes to Al Dhafra’s players for a strong performance and a winning result.

Al Dhafra suffered a 1–0 defeat against their guests, Ajman, in the match that brought them together today at Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan Stadium in Madinat Zayed, as part of Matchweek 23 of the ADNOC Pro League.

The first half witnessed a balanced performance from both sides, with a slight edge in possession for Ajman, but neither team managed to seriously threaten the goal.

At the start of the second half, Al Dhafra imposed control and looked more dangerous, creating two clear scoring chances but failing to convert. A goal by Karim El Berkaoui in the 62nd minute was also ruled out by VAR for offside.

Both teams finished the match with ten men, after Ajman’s Anas Amtitich was sent off in the 76th minute, followed by a red card for Al Dhafra midfielder Jobson Santos in the 84th minute.

In the 87th minute, Ajman scored the only goal of the match with a shot from outside the penalty area.

With this result, Al Dhafra remains on 18 points in 13th place, while Ajman moves up to 27 points, climbing to seventh in the standings.

Al Dhafra’s first football team will host Ajman in a match headlined by the pursuit of all three points and breaking the 18-point barrier amid an atmosphere of optimism and high morale within the squad.

Al Dhafra enters the game with strong ambitions to end their winless run as the competition intensifies with the season approaching its definitive stages, where every point has become increasingly valuable.

The team will play under new technical leadership, following the appointment of Croatian coach Alen Hofart, who guided the club to promotion to the ADNOC Pro League this season. His arrival comes after a difficult period marked by a noticeable dip in performance since the end of the first half of the season under the previous coaching staff.

Training sessions during the recent break reflected a rise in team spirit and a clear determination among the players to correct their course, with full backing from the club’s board and team management.

Al Dhafra heads into the match in 13th place with 18 points, while Ajman sit 9th with 24 points.

Al Dhafra will be aiming to deliver a strong performance and secure a positive result to improve their position in the standings.

Best of luck to Al Dhafra players.

Al Dhafra Club Croatian technical director Alen Horvat expressed his satisfaction with the 10-day break, stressing that it was an ideal opportunity to raise the team’s readiness, with training sessions marked by energy and a positive atmosphere.

He made these remarks during the pre-match press conference for Ajman game, held on Wednesday evening at the press conference hall in Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan Stadium in Madinat Zayed, in the presence of player Mohammed Al Khaloui, to discuss the team’s preparations for the upcoming match.

Horvat explained that the team had good preparations for facing Ajman, describing the opponent as a strong side with quality players. At the same time, he stressed his great confidence in his squad and their ability to deliver a strong performance. He added, “We respect all teams in the league, but true respect is shown through hard work on the pitch.”

Al Dhafra coach also called on the fans to attend and support the players in this important match, emphasizing that their backing will have a significant impact on the team’s journey.

For his part, Al Dhafra player Mohammed Al Khaloui confirmed that the team’s main objective is to remain in the ADNOC Pro League, noting that Ajman match is a tough and important encounter, but that they have full confidence in their chances of achieving a positive result.

Al Khaloui concluded by highlighting the importance of fan attendance, considering their support a key source of strength and motivation for the players on the field.