KUWAIT: The game between Oman and Qatar started at an incredibly fast pace, setting the stage for an exciting encounter. Qatar’s Almoez Ali made history by scoring the tournament’s fastest goal in just the second minute, capitalizing on a defensive error from Oman. Assisted by Ibrahim Al Hassan, Ali’s quick strike put Oman on the back foot from the very start, forcing them to regroup and respond under pressure. The early goal set the tone for a high-intensity match, with both teams eager to dominate the field.
Despite Qatar’s early advantage, Oman quickly found their rhythm and responded in the 16th minute. Issam Al Sabhi was awarded a penalty after Lucas Mendes of Qatar fouled an Omani player inside the box. Al Sabhi calmly converted the penalty, leveling the score at 1-1. This goal shifted the momentum in Oman’s favor, and both teams engaged in a tense battle during the remainder of the first half. Though both sides continued to create opportunities, no additional goals were scored, and the teams went into halftime with everything to play for.
The second half saw Oman take control of the game. Just six minutes after the restart, Issam Al Sabhi once again proved to be the difference-maker, scoring his second goal of the match in the 51st minute. He managed to sneak behind Qatar’s defense, converting a precise pass to give Oman a 2-1 lead. Qatar struggled to regain their composure after the goal, with mounting fouls and missed opportunities disrupting their flow. Despite their efforts to push forward, Qatar could not break through Oman’s solid defense, and their frustration grew as the match wore on.
Oman’s defense held firm throughout the rest of the game, preventing Qatar from finding an equalizer. Meanwhile, Oman’s offensive line exploited Qatar’s weakened backline, creating several chances to extend their lead. As fatigue set in for Qatar, their attacks became more disjointed, and Oman capitalized on the mistakes. In the end, Oman managed to hold on to their lead and secured a well-deserved 2-1 victory, sending their fans into celebration. The match was a testament to Oman’s resilience and strategic play, demonstrating their strength both defensively and offensively.
