DUBAY, United Arab Emirates (Feb. 21, 2026) (Interstat) — Al Wasl SC began its Arabian Gulf League campaign with a narrow 1-0 victory over Al Bataeh CSC at Zabeel Stadium on Saturday.

The match’s lone goal came in the 34th minute from midfielder Nicolás Giménez, assisted by defender Hugo. The result aligned with a pre-match projection that heavily favored the home side.

The contest grew increasingly tense, featuring multiple yellow cards and two late red cards. Al Wasl’s Ali Saleh was sent off in the 74th minute, followed by Al Bataeh’s Álvaro Felicíssimo in the 84th.

With the win, Al Wasl starts the season with a perfect record, while Al Bataeh opens with a defeat.