Al Wahda 4:2 Al Jazira. ADIB Cup. Match Report

uaeproleague.ae: Dec. 11, 2023

In a captivating quarterfinal match of the ADIB Cup, Al Wahda showcased their prowess with a 4-2 win over Al Jazira, clinching their spot in the semifinals. The aggregate score of 5-4 reflects a match replete with excitement and dramatic turns.

The game opened with high energy, as Al Wahda's Guanca netted the first goal from a penalty in the 19th minute. Al Jazira's response was swift, with Oumar Traore leveling the score in the 37th minute, ending the first half in a tense 1-1 deadlock.

The second half continued the match's thrilling pace. Ahmad Noorollah regained the lead for Al Wahda in the 55th minute, only for Al Jazira's Bruno De Oliveira to equalize again in the 71st minute, despite Al Jazira being a man down after Ali Mabkhout's 63rd-minute red card.

The game reached its peak in the final minutes. Ahmad Noorollah struck again for Al Wahda in the 84th minute, followed by Omar Khribin adding a decisive fourth goal in the 86th minute, assisted by Ismaeil Matar.