ABŪ ẒABĪ, United Arab Emirates (Interstat) — Substitute Kaku scored in the 83rd minute to lift Al Ain FC to a 1-0 victory over Al Jazira SCC in an Arabian Gulf League match Friday at Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium.

The decisive goal came late in a physical contest that featured seven yellow cards. The result extends Al Ain FC’s unbeaten run in the league this season to 13 matches. Al Jazira SCC, playing at home, was unable to find an equalizer despite a pre-match projection favoring them.

The win solidifies Al Ain FC’s strong league position, while Al Jazira SCC’s inconsistent form continues.