Al-Ain and Hatta meet on Saturday, Dec 12 at 1:45 PM in the Pro League.

Al-Ain come into this fixture in good form (3W 1D 1L recently). Hatta travel struggling badly (1W 4L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

History strongly favours Al-Ain here — they've won 10 of 10 previous meetings against Hatta. Their last encounter ended in Hatta won 0–4. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.2 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Al-Ain look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Hatta will make it uncomfortable. Al-Ain to win.