Al Bataeh suffered a narrow 1-0 home defeat to Dabba Al-Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates ADNOC Pro-League on January 3, 2026. The match, which kicked off at 20:55 local time, was decided by a single goal from the visiting side, handing Al Bataeh a frustrating start to the new year. The game was a tightly contested affair with both teams creating chances, but Dabba Al-Fujairah's defense held firm and their clinical finish in the second half proved to be the difference. The result provided a valuable three points on the road for Dabba Al-Fujairah, while Al Bataeh was left to rue missed opportunities in front of their own fans. The match result saw Dabba Al-Fujairah climb the league table, while Al Bataeh remained in a precarious position. Starting lineups for the match featured Al Bataeh's typical defensive structure, while Dabba Al-Fujairah lined up in a compact 4-2-3-1 formation that ultimately proved effective.