AFC Champions League Elite - Preview: Shabab Al Ahli (UAE) v Tractor FC (IRN)

Dubai: Shabab Al Ahli will be on a mission to extend their unbeaten run against Tractor FC when the sides square off in the AFC Champions League Elite 2026/27™ on Monday.

The last three meetings between the sides from the United Arab Emirates and Islamic Republic of Iran ended with two wins and a draw for the former.

Shabab Al Ahli cruised to a 3-0 win when the sides met in the previous edition, which ended Tractor's eight-match unbeaten run against teams from the UAE.

Having fallen at the semi-final stage last season, Shabab Al Ahli will spare no effort in their bid to go all the way and challenge for what would be their first title.

Tractor will be as determined, having been knocked out by Shabab Al Ahli in last season's Round of 16.

That, however, will only serve as motivation to kick off their season with three points.

Shabab Al Ahli (UAE) v Tractor FC (IRN)
Venue: Rashid Stadium (Dubai)
Kick-off: Monday, 20:00 (UTC+4)

Photo: Shabab Al Ahli

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