Dibba secured a vital 1–0 victory over Al Dhafra in matchweek 21 of the ADNOC Pro League, with Drissa Coulibaly proving the difference in a tightly contested encounter.
The hosts showed intent early on, pressing with energy and looking to capitalize on wide areas, while Al Dhafra remained compact, aiming to frustrate and hit on the break.
Chances were limited in a physical first half, with both defenses holding firm under pressure.
Just as the game looked destined to head into the break goalless, Dibba found the breakthrough in the 45th minute.
Carlos Vinicios delivered a pinpoint cross into the area, where Drissa Coulibaly rose highest, powering a commanding header beyond the goalkeeper to hand his side a crucial lead.
Al Dhafra responded immediately after the restart and thought they had found an equaliser five minutes into the second half, only for celebrations to be cut short by the offside flag.
The remainder of the contest saw Dibba manage the game intelligently, staying compact defensively while looking to exploit spaces on the counter. Al Dhafra pushed forward in search of a late leveller, but lacked the cutting edge in the final third.
A disciplined defensive display ensured Dibba held on to claim all three points, though they remain at the bottom of the table with 17 points. Meanwhile, Al Dhafra FC sit 12th on 18 points as the battle for survival intensifies.
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