Muaither Triumphs Over Umm Salal with 3-2 Victory in QSL Cup

In a thrilling encounter on October 30, 2023, Muaither SC achieved a notable 3-2 victory against Umm Salal in their Round 4 match of the QSL Cup, effectively stopping Umm Salal’s winning streak in the tournament. The match took place at the Thani bin Jassim Stadium in Al Gharafa, where Muaither showcased their determination and skill.

Aldoukali Al Baour played a pivotal role for Muaither, scoring two goals, while Albert Ramis Laque added another to secure the win. Umm Salal’s goals came from Ahmed Abdulmaqsoud, who opened the scoring, and Ali Afif, who converted a penalty kick. This match marked Umm Salal’s first loss of the tournament.

Standings Update and Other Matches

With this victory, Muaither increased their points total to eight and currently sits in the 10th position in the standings. Umm Salal remains in third place with 10 points following five rounds of play.

In another match earlier in the day, Al Bidda secured a commanding 3-0 win against Al Sailiya at the Grand Hamad Stadium. Tiku Cosmas netted two goals for Al Bidda, while Amen Allah Maherzi contributed the third goal. This victory brought Al Bidda’s points total to eight, placing them ninth, while Al Sailiya remained in seventh with nine points.

Additionally, Al Markhiya edged past Al Khor with a 1-0 victory, thanks to a goal from Abdelaziz Al-Yahri in the 40th minute. This win allowed Al Markhiya to climb to seven points and the 12th position, while Al Khor also holds seven points but sits just above them in the standings.

Top Teams and Upcoming Matches

As the fifth round concluded, Al Arabi and Al Rayyan remain at the forefront of the tournament, each with 13 points from four wins and a draw. Al Arabi leads the standings on goal difference, boasting a +14 margin with 18 goals scored, while Al Rayyan follows closely with a +9 difference and the same goal tally. Both teams are yet to taste defeat this season, adding to the competitive spirit of the QSL Cup.

The QSL Cup will continue with more action on November 14, as teams vie for crucial points in this highly anticipated tournament.