Today's matches (Al Ahli v Al Wahda Kick off 8:10 pm)

Al Ahli's Ali Karimi (right) in action against Al Nasr last week. ©Gulf News

Al Ahli (18) v Al Wahda (25) Kick off 8:10 pm.

The home team are still elated with their big win against city rivals Al Nasr last week. Their gifted Iranian striker Ali Karimi had a brilliant in match but went out injured. The Al Ahli medical staff are working hard to make him fit for today's crucial encounter. Salim Khamis, Faisal Khalil, Yousuf Atiq, Rasheed bin Mahmood, Mohammed Qassim, Ahmed Shah and Ali Saeed will be ready to win three points and jump to the top place.

Al Wahda whipped lowly Al Khaleej 6-1 last week to take top of the table spot. The defending champions will be led by deadly strikers Yasir Salim and Qatari Mohammed Ennazy. Mohammed Conti is doubtful to take part due to an injury. Brothers Abdul Salam and Abdul Rahim Juma, Fahd Masood, Haydar Allo Ali will be in the midfield with Abdullah Salim, Omer Omer, Salim Zayed in defense.