Al Sharjah vs Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai tips and predictions

Hard to split teams in UAE League clash; draw in the reckoning

There's not much between Al Sharjah and Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai in the UAE League. The hosts are in second place with 27 points, compared to their opponents who are in first place on 28 points.

There are arguments to be made for both sides in this clash so be careful when picking a winner. Considering how they've looked recently, you can expect this to be tight. A goalless stalemate is the pick.

These sides have impressed at the back. Having created something of a fortress against pressure, Al Sharjah have conceded only 1 goal in their last 3 matches. Meanwhile Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai have been impressive defensively on the road. They've let in an average of 0.8 goals per game over their last 5 matches away from home.

In previous matches in this head-to-head 6 of the last 16 have been draws.

The sportsbooks have forecasted both sides to get in on the act as they could be well matched. However, the odds-against for the BTTS No looks slightly more tempting on this occasion. And if you're interested in the goal line, it's Under 1.5 goals in this match considering the prices available.

Al Sharjah have drawn 5 of their last 15 matches on their own soil. They drew 1-1 with Al Nasr last Sunday. Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai have drawn 8 of their last 20 away games. The conclusion is there's nothing to like about the home or away win prices. The draw is the play after what could be a low-scoring affair.