Al Ain one step away from Adnoc Pro League title

Al Ain will be aiming to lift the Adnoc Pro League title on Wednesday as victory against Al Jazira at the Hazza bin Zayed Stadium will hand them the crown with three games to spare.

Serhiy Rebrov, the Al Ain manager, is confident his side can complete the task and celebrate their 14th league title in front of their fans. After 22 matches, Al Ain are on 55 points - 10 ahead of the chasing pack of Jazira, Al Wahda and Sharjah who are all locked on 45 each.

“It appears we are in a good position with four games to play but any delay in winning that one game can add undue pressure,” the Ukrainian said.

“If we can be successful on the night, it will be fitting tribute to our ever-faithful fans. They have been a massive strength for us and I’m sure the players will rise to the occasion.”

The manager said staying focused on the task while maintaining the workload of players will be crucial.

“We know Jazira are one of the teams with a chance,” Rebrov added. “Our preparations have gone well and we certainly want to win the three points from this game.

“The matches are coming thick and fast at this stage of the season, and we have another game coming up against Al Nasr in three days’ time. We would like to rotate the players, providing them enough recovery time.

“Having said that, my players understands how important this game against Jazira is. If we are successful, then win the league title. That’s what we intend to do, come Wednesday.”

Caio Canedo, purple shirt, scored the winner for Al Ain against Al Dhafra in the Adnoc Pro League at the Hamdan bin Zayed Stadium on Saturday, May 7, 2022. Photo: PLC

“The last step towards the title is always considered the most difficult, and I am well aware of that. I will explain to the