Shabab Alahli qualifies to the quarterfinals of AFC Champions League Elite after winning Tractor of Iran 3-0
Goals for Yuri Cezar (p)
Saeed Ezzat and Mateus Lima

Our player Eid Khamis highlighted the difficulty of the match, stressing that the knockout format increases its importance, leaving no room for error.

He said: It won’t be an easy match. We know that losing means elimination, so we will fight to qualify for the next round. We are ready and determined to give our best.”

Khamis concluded by reaffirming the team’s respect for their opponent, whom they previously faced in the competition, while expressing confidence in Shabab Al ahli’s ability to achieve a positive result.

Speaking at the premacth press conference our head coach Paulo Sousa, emphasized the importance of the upcoming match against Iran’s Tractor in the Round of 16 of the AFC Champions League Elite.

Sousa said: “We faced Tractor earlier in the competition. We need maximum concentration throughout the match. Our goal is to impose our style of play, dominate possession in the opponent’s half, and maintain strong defensive organization.”

He added that the tight match schedule has posed a major challenge in preparing the team, noting that they are fully aware of Tractor’s strengths. He stressed that the technical staff is focusing on the players available to deliver the best possible performance and achieve the desired result.

Shabab Al Ahli lost to Al Ain 3–0 in Round 22 of the U23 Pro League.

Shabab Alahli loses to Al Ain 3-2 in the 22 matcheeek of Adnoc pro league to remain with 52 points
Yuri Ceszar scored the two goals for Shabab Alahli

Shabab Al Ahli defeated Al Ain B 5–3 on penalties after the match ended 1–1 in regular time, securing qualification to the semi-finals of the UAE U-19 Cup.

Our player Kuan Santos, who accompanied the coach at the press conference, confirmed the team’s readiness for the match, noting that it brings together two major teams in an important competition.

He said: “We have completed our preparations well, and we will enter the match with a winning mentality and in the best possible condition.”

Santos also expressed his happiness working with the technical staff, praising their significant role in developing his performance. He confirmed his readiness to play in any position assigned by the coach and his commitment to giving his best in all matches.

Paulo Sousa, head coach of Shabab Al Ahli, confirmed that his team is preparing for a tough clash against Al Ain in the Matchweek 22 of the ADNOC Pro League. He stressed his full respect for the opponent, adding that his team will enter the match with a winning mentality, free from any external pressure.

Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Sousa said: “Our desire to win must always be greater than any pressure. We work daily on implementing our ideas on the pitch. Since my first day with the team, my goal has been to build a clear identity and a culture based on winning, and this is what we continuously strive to establish.”

The coach pointed out that the absence of some key players represents both a challenge and an opportunity at the same time. He explained that the technical staff is working on finding alternative solutions and giving other players the chance to prove their abilities, especially considering the team’s capacity to overcome difficulties throughout the season and maintain the attacking effectiveness needed to win matches.

Players from Shabab Al Ahli Club Academy took part in a media training workshop organized by the club’s media department. The workshop was held as part of the club licensing requirements for the 2025–2026 sports season.

Shabab Al Ahli wins Al Jazira 2–1, raising their tally to 52 points leading the table in the ADNOC Pro League.

Yuri César and Renan Victor scored for Shabab Al Ahli.

Shabab Al Ahli defeated Gulf United 3–1 in Matchweek 23 of the U21 League, raising their tally to 49 points at the top of the standings.

Our player Renan Victor, who accompanied the coach at the press conference, highlighted the difficulty of the match, confirmed that Al Jazira is a technically strong team. However, he expressed confidence in Shabab Al Ahli’s ability to deliver their best performance, pointing out that the team is mentally and tactically ready to achieve the desired result.

Speaking at the prematch press conference, our head coach Paulo Sousa, expressed his happiness at returning to the league as his team prepared to face Al Jazira on Saturday at Rashid Stadium, in matchweek 21 of the ADNOC Pro League. He emphasized the importance of making a strong comeback at this crucial stage of the season.

Sousa stated that returning to competition comes at a very important time that demands the highest levels of focus. He noted that all players are in an excellent mental state and have shown clear development from a competitive standpoint.

He added that the team’s identity is based on attacking football, with an emphasis on playing in the opponent’s half and creating as many chances as possible, stressing that efficiency in front of goal will be the key to securing victory and earning all three points.

Shabab Alahli loses 1-0 to Al Jazira in the Semifinal of UAE president’s Cup

The technical meeting for the Semifinals of the UAE president’s Cup match between Shabab Al Ahli and Al Jazira was held today, and Shabab Al Ahli will wear their full red kit, while Al Jazira will play in white.
Shabab Alahli fans can use the gates 7-8 Cat 2, 10 in Cat 1 and the VIP premium B, doors will open 2 hours before the kickoff.

Shabab Al Ahli Club wins Dibba 4–0, moving to 49 points at the top of the UAE Pro League standings.
Goals were scored by João Marcelo, Guilherme Bala, Kuan Santos, and Mateus Henrique.

Our player Federico Cartabia, who accompanied the coach at the press conference, emphasized the importance of the upcoming match, stating that the team will fight to maintain its winning streak and strengthen its chances of competing for the league title.

He said:
“We know that every match in the league is extremely difficult, so we will approach the game against Dibba with the seriousness it deserves. We will go into the match aiming to win and secure the three points, especially as the season is approaching its final stage. Continuing our winning run depends only on us as we aim to keep moving forward toward the title.”

Speaking at the prematch press conference, our head coach Paulo Sousa, confirmed that his team is preparing with great focus for the upcoming match against Dibba in the matchweek 20 of the UAE Pro League.

Sousa explained that Dibba possesses strong duos, aggressive play, and the ability to execute counterattacks effectively, which requires the highest level of concentration from the players, in addition to a strong winning mentality in order to maintain the team’s football identity on the pitch.

The coach added that the speed of play and executing the team’s style are essential to avoid difficulties during the match, stating:
“Our biggest opponent starts from our own mentality and mindset, so we must be at our very best.”

Sousa also pointed out that the result of the previous match against Dibba cannot be relied upon, stressing that the upcoming encounter will be completely different. He noted that achieving victory requires humility, hard work, and showing the desire to win at every moment of the match, while maintaining full respect for the opponent and striving to create chances and score more goals than the opponent.

Shabab Al Ahli defeated Emirates 3–1, raising their tally to 45 points to remain at the top of the U21 League standings ⚽📊

Shabab Al Ahli wins Kalba 5–1 in Matchweek 19 of the ADNOC Pro League, raising its tally to 46 points.

Yuri Cesar scored two goals and one goal for Mohammed Juma Al Mansoori, Kuan Santos, and Sardar Azmoun.

Meanwhile, Shabab Al Ahli player Kuan Santos stated that the match against Kalba will not be easy, highlighting the strength of the opponent and the quality players they possess.

Santos said: “All the matches we have played against Kalba required strong mentality and high concentration from the beginning until the end. We always work to maintain a high level of focus and passion to achieve our main objective, which is to collect the points”.

He also thanked the fans for their continued support, noting that their presence in the last match was remarkable and influential, in addition to the encouraging messages the team received during difficult moments. He added that this support gives the players extra motivation to deliver their best performance, stressing that the players understand the importance of the match and will strive to achieve a positive result

Speaking at the prematch press conference, Shabab Alahli head coach Paulo Sousa, confirmed that the team is preparing for a tough match against Kalba, describing the opponent as a strong. He noted that the game will require great effort both physically and technically, as well as delivering the best version of the team and its identity on the pitch.

Sousa explained that the team aims to control the match while adopting an attacking approach and creating chances from different areas of the field. He stressed that the players need intensity, fitness, and speed, along with decisiveness and efficiency in front of goal in order to secure the match points.

The Shabab Al Ahli coach added that maintaining the same level throughout an entire season is not easy. However, he emphasized that the team has managed to make the difference and maintain its competitiveness despite the challenges of the season, noting that the ultimate goal in the long league marathon is to reach the top of the table by continuing to collect points.

At the end, Sousa thanked the club’s fans for their continuous support, stating that their strong presence and encouragement from the stands give the players great motivation to achieve their goals. He also expressed his confidence that they will continue supporting the team in the upcoming match.

Shabab Alahli shares spoils with Al Wahda after 1-1 draw to raise its tally to 43 points in the Adnoc pro league.
Mateus Lima scored for Shabab Alahli

Shabab Alahli wins Al Ain 3-2 in the 20th matchweek of Under 21 years league to raise its tally to 42 points

Our player Mohammed Juma Al Mansoori, who accompanied the coach at the press conference, emphasized the importance of the upcoming match. He noted that the game brings together two major teams, each seeking to secure points to improve their position in the standings.

Paulo Sousa, head coach of Shabab Al Ahli, described the return to competition as a great moment. Speaking during the pre-match press conference ahead of the team’s match against Al Wahda, he said that the upcoming encounter represents one of the biggest challenges for his side, given the strength of the opponent and the high technical quality of their players.

The coach explained that the match will require Shabab Al Ahli players to deliver their best possible performance both individually and collectively, stressing that the team’s primary objective is to secure victory and claim all three points.

He added:
“We have great confidence in the team, and we realize that this stage of the season represents crucial moments. I believe everyone will be ready for this challenge, especially our fans, whose support we look forward to as we aim to achieve a win that may be difficult, but is certainly very important.”

Shabab Al Ahli lost to Al Wasl 2–1 in Round 18 of the U23 Pro League, remaining on 22 points.

Shabab Al Ahli draws 1-1 with Al Wasl in Matchweek 18 of the ADNOC Pro League, raising their tally to 42 points at the top of the table.

The goal for Shabab Al Ahli was scored by Saeed Ezzat.

Our player, Sultan Adel, who accompanied the coach at the press conference, emphasized the great importance of the upcoming match against Al Wasl in the 18th matchweek of the ADNOC Pro League, confirming that the team has completed its preparations and is well-prepared for the encounter.

Sultan Adel explained that they will exert every possible effort to achieve victory and secure the points, reiterating their respect for all opponents in the various competitions.

Speaking ath the pre-match press conference, our head coach, Paulo Sousa, described the upcoming match against Al Wasl in the 18th matchweek of the ADNOC Pro League as a difficult game that requires more focus. He emphasized that it’s an emotionally charged match where small details can make all the difference.

He said, “We must be prepared and confident in our players. With this confidence, we want to face the match and our opponents with a winning mentality, playing aggressively and constantly looking to create opportunities and score goals to achieve the victory.”

Paulo Sousa addressed the fans, saying, “My sincere thanks and appreciation to our loyal fans, especially those who attended Al Dhafra match for their support. I hope to see even larger crowds at the next match because we need them. Together we are stronger, and with their support, we will overcome all obstacles.”

Shabab Al Ahli draw 1–1 with Al Dhafra and raise their total points to 22 in the U23 Pro League.

Shabab Alahli tops Andoc pro league table with 41 points after winning Al Dhafra 5-0
Mohamed Juma Al Mansouri scored tow goals, and one goal for Guilherme Bala, Breno Cascardo and Saeed Izzat from penalty spot

The match ends with Al Ahli Saudi winning 4–3 against Shabab Al Ahli in the final matcheek of the AFC Champions League Elite group stage.
Shabab Al Ahli’s goals scored by Breno Cascardo (two goals) and Mohammed Juma Al Mansoori.

On the other hand our player Yahya Al Ghassani, who accompanied the coach at the press conference, thanked Saudi Arabia for the warm reception and confirmed that the upcoming match will not be easy.

He said: “Tomorrow we face the title holder. These matches give us confidence and stability and show us how far we have progressed with our capabilities. We have played against strong teams, and the match is a new challenge. We will perform with determination and resolve to achieve the desired result and make our fans happy.”

Paulo Sousa, head coach of Shabab Al Ahli, began his pre-match press conference ahead of the game against Al Ahli KSA by congratulating Al Ahli on the outstanding season they delivered last year. He noted that they are facing the defending champions of AFC Champions League and expressed his happiness to compete against a big and well-organized team.

He said: “the match is against a team that is disciplined performance and results, which demands a lot from us in the upcoming challenge. I am extremely proud of what our team has delivered so far and of the responsibility the players show in every match.”

He added: “We have played against strong teams with high-level qualities. We are proud to compete at this level and aim to compete in the best possible way against big and powerful teams that possess outstanding players and great quality. This gives us confidence to compete.”

Shabab Al Ahli drew 1-1 with Al Wahda, bringing its total to 21 points in the U-23 Pro League.

Shabab Al Ahli defeated Al Sharjah 4–1 and raised their tally to 38 points in the Under-21 League.

Shabab Alahli raises its tally to 11 points after goalless draw with Al Hilal KSA in the AFC Champions League Elite

Player Eid Khamis, who accompanied the coach at the press conference, said that everyone knows the importance of the match and the strength of the opponent, noting that every game between the two teams is a big one. He promised to give maximum effort to achieve a positive result that would secure qualification.

Eid Khamis added that the presence of big stars in Al Hilal is an extra motivation for them to give their best, saying: “Our opponent has well-known stars, and this is a challenge for us. I have full confidence in all our team members, and they will show a good performance and achieve a positive result.”

Speaking at the prematch press conference our head coach Paulo Sousa, stated that the team will face a very strong opponent in tomorrow’s AFC Champions League Elite match, noting that Al Hilal have achieved many successes in this competition and are currently leading the Saudi Pro League. He added that this situation presents a big challenge and motivates the team to continue improving.

He said: “We must fight to qualify. We have a heavy match schedule, having played more than ten matches in 38 days. This keeps the players at peak fitness, but on the other hand it also causes injuries to some players, which forces us to look for new ideas to face the challenge.”

He added: “From the bottom of my heart, my full confidence in all the players, and I am sure we will make the best decisions. I can say we are the only team that has used all available players in recent matches. Tomorrow we will call up players from the reserve team, as we are looking for a lineup capable of achieving a positive result.”

We proudly welcome our brothers from Al Hilal KSA to their second home, the UAE. Your presence adds excitement, raises the level of competition, and we look forward to a match worthy of the legacy and ambition of both clubs.

Shabab Al Ahli lost to Sharjah 2–1 and remains on 20 points in the U-23 Pro League.

Shabab Al Ahli wins Sharjah 4–1 and raised its tally to 38 points on the top of the ADNOC Pro League.

Scorers for Shabab Al Ahli:
Breno Cascardo, Yahya Al Ghassani, Saeed Ezzat (penalty) and Joao Marcelo.

Speaking at the prematch press conference, our head coach Paulo Sousa, described the upcoming match against Sharjah in the ADNOC Pro League as tough game, noting that the opponent has experienced players with high individual quality, in addition to a coach who is capable of adapting systems and team structure depending on the opponent during the match.

He said:
“Sharjah have had more time to prepare than us. Difficulties always bring opportunities and the characteristics of our players and our team. We will do our best to maintain consistency, try to create chances, and I hope we will be more effective in order to achieve our goal.”

The coach also thanked the fans who supported the team in the last match, highlighting their continued backing and praising their commitment to attending matches, especially away games. He emphasized that their presence motivates the players in decisive moments to achieve victory.

Shabab Al Ahli qualifies for the semi-finals of the UAE President’s Cup after winning Khorfakan 3–1.
Two goals from Guilherme Bala and Saeed Ezzat added the third goal