The second round match is set for 27 September at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium in Jeddah. The UAE take three points into the game after a 4-0 win over Yemen. Bahrain have none after losing 2-0 to Qatar. Oman Observer reported that Qatar also have three points, while Bahrain and Yemen began the round without any.
QNA reported that Kuwaiti referee Abdullah Jamali will officiate, with Saud Al Shammali and Ali Talib Jaragh as assistants. The UAE have an opening win behind them. Bahrain need a response.
Shafaq News reported that Nicolas Gimenez scored twice in the UAE's 4-0 win over Yemen. Nader Sahal scored an own goal and Luan Pereira also found the net before Gimenez completed the scoring early in the second half.
UAE face a test beyond the opening result
UAE coach Zlatko Dalic called the contest difficult and open. In comments reported by QNA, he pointed to Bahrain's experience and the understanding among players who have played many matches together.
The site has also covered UAE athletes competing abroad, including a report on UAE medals. This fixture puts the focus on national-team football and the group points at stake.
Group B consists of Qatar, the UAE, Bahrain and Yemen, with the two highest-placed teams advancing to the semi-finals, according to Shafaq News. Oman Observer identified Bahrain as the defending champions; after their opening loss to Qatar, they are seeking their first points in the group.
Bahrain seek their first points
Bahrain need their first points after losing to Qatar. The UAE can build on their opening win. The gap is real.
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The UAE have an early advantage, but the group is far from settled. Dalic pointed to Bahrain's cohesion. The UAE lead the table, and this match will test whether their strong start carries into a tougher contest.
