Cup
Season 2025
League Cup
United-Arab-Emirates
The League Cup showcases top football talent in the UAE, featuring thrilling matches, competitive teams, and a quest for glory.
CountryUnited-Arab-Emirates
SportFootball
Competition TypeCup
Season2025
Teams14
Current StatusCompleted
League Overview
The League Cup in the United Arab Emirates is a significant knockout cup competition within the nation's football framework. Established to complement domestic leagues, the tournament provides an additional platform for clubs to compete for silverware. The League Cup often showcases a blend of top-tier teams and emerging clubs, offering them a chance to gain recognition and experience in high-stakes matches. The competition is generally structured in a knockout format, where teams face off in single-elimination rounds, culminating in a final match to determine the champion. This format adds excitement and unpredictability, making the League Cup an important event in the UAE football calendar.
Season Overview
The 2025 season of the League Cup has been completed. The tournament commenced on August 30, 2025, and concluded on May 1, 2026. Specific details regarding the number of teams participating in this season are not provided. The competition format is typically based on knockout rounds, allowing teams to compete head-to-head until a champion is crowned.
Historical Context
The League Cup has been a staple of football in the United Arab Emirates since its inception, playing a vital role in the growth of the sport in the region. It provides clubs with an opportunity to win a prestigious title outside of the main league competition. Historically, the tournament has seen various clubs rise to prominence, and it is often contested by the leading teams from the UAE Pro League, as well as lower-tier clubs looking to create upsets. The importance of the League Cup is reflected in the competitive spirit it fosters among teams, helping to elevate the overall standard of football in the nation.
Why League Cup Matters
The League Cup holds significant value for both clubs and fans in the United Arab Emirates. It not only allows teams to compete for additional honors but also enhances the overall football culture by fostering rivalry and excitement. The tournament contributes to the development of players and clubs, making it a crucial part of UAE football's landscape.
Latest Results
Al Ain0 : 0
Al Wahda FCAl Ain0 : 2
Al NasrAl Wahda FC0 : 1
Al-JaziraAl-Jazira0 : 3Al Wahda FCAl Nasr0 : 3Al Ain
Al-Wasl FC1 : 2Al-Jazira
Khorfakkan1 : 2Al Wahda FCAl Ain4 : 1
Sharjah FCAl Nasr3 : 2
Shabab Al Ahli DubaiAl-Jazira0 : 0Al-Wasl FCShabab Al Ahli Dubai2 : 1Al NasrSharjah FC1 : 3Al AinAl Wahda FC2 : 2KhorfakkanAjman2 : 4Al Wahda FCSharjah FC2 : 0
Dibba Al-FujairahRounds
1st Round2nd RoundSemi-finalsFinal
1st Round
Al-Dhafra1 : 5Al-Wasl FCAl Nasr0 : 0
Al BataehAl Ain1 : 1
Al-Ittihad KalbaDibba Al-Fujairah0 : 1Sharjah FCKhorfakkan2 : 2
Baniyas SCAl Wahda FC1 : 1AjmanAl-Ittihad Kalba0 : 0Al AinAl Bataeh2 : 3Al NasrAl-Wasl FC4 : 2Al-DhafraSharjah FC2 : 0Dibba Al-FujairahBaniyas SC0 : 1KhorfakkanAjman2 : 4Al Wahda FC2nd Round
Al Wahda FC2 : 2KhorfakkanSharjah FC1 : 3Al AinShabab Al Ahli Dubai2 : 1Al NasrAl-Jazira0 : 0Al-Wasl FCAl Nasr3 : 2Shabab Al Ahli DubaiAl Ain4 : 1Sharjah FCKhorfakkan1 : 2Al Wahda FCAl-Wasl FC1 : 2Al-JaziraSemi-finals
Al Nasr0 : 3Al AinAl-Jazira0 : 3Al Wahda FCAl Wahda FC0 : 1Al-JaziraAl Ain0 : 2Al NasrFinal Current
Al Ain0 : 0Al Wahda FCKnockout Bracket
1st Round
Leg 1Al-Wasl FC5Al-Dhafra1Leg 2Al-Wasl FC4Al-Dhafra2
Al-Wasl FC5Al-Dhafra1Leg 2Al-Wasl FC4Al-Dhafra2Aggregate: Al-Wasl FC9 Advances to the next roundAl-Dhafra3
Al-Wasl FC9 Advances to the next roundAl-Dhafra3Leg 1Al Bataeh0Al Nasr0Leg 2Al Bataeh2Al Nasr3
Al Bataeh0Al Nasr0Leg 2Al Bataeh2Al Nasr3Aggregate: Al Bataeh2Al Nasr3 Advances to the next round
Al Bataeh2Al Nasr3 Advances to the next roundLeg 1Al Ain1Al-Ittihad Kalba1Leg 2Al Ain0Al-Ittihad Kalba0
Al Ain1Al-Ittihad Kalba1Leg 2Al Ain0Al-Ittihad Kalba0Aggregate: Al Ain1 Advances to the next roundAl-Ittihad Kalba1
Al Ain1 Advances to the next roundAl-Ittihad Kalba1Leg 1Dibba Al-Fujairah0Sharjah FC1Leg 2Dibba Al-Fujairah0Sharjah FC2
Dibba Al-Fujairah0Sharjah FC1Leg 2Dibba Al-Fujairah0Sharjah FC2Aggregate: Dibba Al-Fujairah0Sharjah FC3 Advances to the next round
Dibba Al-Fujairah0Sharjah FC3 Advances to the next roundLeg 1Baniyas SC2Khorfakkan2Leg 2Baniyas SC0Khorfakkan1
Baniyas SC2Khorfakkan2Leg 2Baniyas SC0Khorfakkan1Aggregate: Baniyas SC2Khorfakkan3 Advances to the next round
Baniyas SC2Khorfakkan3 Advances to the next roundLeg 1Al Wahda FC1Ajman1Leg 2Al Wahda FC4Ajman2
Al Wahda FC1Ajman1Leg 2Al Wahda FC4Ajman2Aggregate: Al Wahda FC5 Advances to the next roundAjman3
Al Wahda FC5 Advances to the next roundAjman32nd Round
Leg 1Al Wahda FC2Khorfakkan2Leg 2Al Wahda FC2Khorfakkan1
Al Wahda FC2Khorfakkan2Leg 2Al Wahda FC2Khorfakkan1Aggregate: Al Wahda FC4 Advances to the next roundKhorfakkan3
Al Wahda FC4 Advances to the next roundKhorfakkan3Leg 1Al Ain3Sharjah FC1Leg 2Al Ain4Sharjah FC1
Al Ain3Sharjah FC1Leg 2Al Ain4Sharjah FC1Aggregate: Al Ain7 Advances to the next roundSharjah FC2
Al Ain7 Advances to the next roundSharjah FC2Leg 1Shabab Al Ahli Dubai2Al Nasr1Leg 2Shabab Al Ahli Dubai2Al Nasr3
Shabab Al Ahli Dubai2Al Nasr1Leg 2Shabab Al Ahli Dubai2Al Nasr3Aggregate: Shabab Al Ahli Dubai4Al Nasr4 Advances to the next round
Shabab Al Ahli Dubai4Al Nasr4 Advances to the next roundLeg 1Al-Jazira0Al-Wasl FC0Leg 2Al-Jazira2Al-Wasl FC1
Al-Jazira0Al-Wasl FC0Leg 2Al-Jazira2Al-Wasl FC1Aggregate: Al-Jazira2 Advances to the next roundAl-Wasl FC1
Al-Jazira2 Advances to the next roundAl-Wasl FC1Semi-finals
Leg 1Al-Jazira0Al Wahda FC3Leg 2Al-Jazira1Al Wahda FC0
Al-Jazira0Al Wahda FC3Leg 2Al-Jazira1Al Wahda FC0Aggregate: Al-Jazira1Al Wahda FC3 Advances to the next round
Al-Jazira1Al Wahda FC3 Advances to the next roundFinal
Teams
Players
⚽ Top Scorers
| # | Player | Goals | Apps | Min |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  D. TadićForward | 2 | 6 | 0 |
| 2 |  R. ManajForward | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 3 |  Pedro MalheiroDefender | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 4 |  B. MensahMidfielder | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| 5 |  Aylton Boa MorteForward | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 6 |  LourencyForward | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 7 |  R. TagirDefender | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 8 |  S. BanzaForward | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 9 |  L. WambaForward | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 10 |  Mohamed ElnenyMidfielder | 0 | 1 | 0 |
🎯 Top Assists
| # | Player | Assists | Apps | Min |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | D. TadićForward | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2 | Pedro MalheiroDefender | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 3 | R. ManajForward | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 4 | B. MensahMidfielder | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 5 | Aylton Boa MorteForward | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 6 | LourencyForward | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 7 | R. TagirDefender | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 8 | S. BanzaForward | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 9 | L. WambaForward | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 10 | Mohamed ElnenyMidfielder | 0 | 1 | 0 |
🟨 Yellow Cards
| # | Player | Yellow | Apps | Min |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | D. TadićForward | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| 2 | Aylton Boa MorteForward | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 3 | LourencyForward | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 4 | B. MensahMidfielder | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 5 | R. TagirDefender | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 6 | Pedro MalheiroDefender | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 7 | S. BanzaForward | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 8 | R. ManajForward | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 9 | L. WambaForward | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 10 | Mohamed ElnenyMidfielder | 0 | 1 | 0 |
15Matches Played
44Goals
14Teams
2025Season
