UAE Pro-League Clash: Ittihad Kalba vs. Al-Jazira - Tactical Battles and Key Absences Anticipated in the Derby

Ittihad Kalba, who have yet to secure a home victory this season, suffered a defeat in their last home match against a lower-ranked team. In that game, Diba was substituted at half-time due to injury, and he, along with defender Wesley, who is suffering from gastroenteritis, have been excluded from the squad for this match. Midfielder Pellegrini, who has been sidelined this season due to injuries and physical issues, has returned to normal training and is likely to make his season debut. The derby is scheduled to take place at local time, with coach Sarri suggesting that this will likely slow down the pace of the game. This will be Sarri's seventh derby match, having lost only one of the previous six. This is the first Rome derby for coach Gasperini. Ittihad Kalba has suffered four consecutive defeats, scoring only one goal, indicating a poor run of form. Al-Jazira(UAE) faced a transfer ban this summer, preventing them from signing new players. They have managed one win and two losses in their first three matches, with their only victory being a 4-0 home win. They lost their two away matches to the league leaders and a strong team. Midfielder Rorera was substituted in the first half of the last match due to injury, and his availability for this match will depend on further evaluation. Castellanoss, their key forward, who also sustained an injury in the previous match, is expected to start. Patrick, who missed the last match due to injury, has recovered and is included in the squad. Midfielders Becino and Lazzari are still unavailable due to injuries. Al-Jazira(UAE) is in good form with a two-match winning streak, and their multiple attacking threats pose a challenge to Ittihad Kalba's defence.