In a thrilling match between Al Wakrah and Al Ahli, fans were treated to a 2-2 draw at the Ooredoo Stars League (OSL) at Al Janoub Stadium. Al Wakrah took the lead with goals from Gelson Dala and Ayoub Assal, but Al Ahli fought back with late goals from Erik Exposito and Sekou Oumar to secure a point each. The match was full of action and drama from start to finish.
Al Wakrah started the game strong, with Ricardo Gomes testing Al Ahli goalkeeper Marwan Sherif with a long-range shot early on. The Blue Wave then broke the deadlock with a goal from Dala, assisted by Assal, in a quick counter-attack. Despite Al Ahli having chances to equalize, including a header hitting the post, Al Wakrah went into halftime with a 1-0 lead.
The second half saw Al Ahli stepping up their game, with Julian Draxler and Driss Fettouhi creating opportunities. Exposito finally found the back of the net with a well-judged header from a cross by Draxler. However, Al Wakrah responded quickly with another goal from Dala, assisted by Assal once again. The game continued to be intense, with Oumar scoring a late equalizer for Al Ahli to level the score at 2-2.
In another match, Al Shahania earned a goalless draw against Al Arabi in their opening game. After being promoted to the top flight, Al Shahaniya showed resilience and determination in holding off Al Arabi’s attacks. The OSL saw Al Duhail take the lead in the points table after the opening round, with Al Rayyan and Al Shamal following closely behind with victories in their first matches. The league promises to be competitive and exciting as the second round is set to begin.
Overall, the match between Al Wakrah and Al Ahli showcased the talent and determination of both teams. The back-and-forth action kept fans on the edge of their seats, with impressive goals and near misses on both ends. Al Ahli’s late comeback and Al Wakrah’s quick responses ensured that neither team left empty-handed. The OSL is off to an exciting start, with top teams showcasing their skills and determination early on in the season.Fans can look forward to more thrilling matches and intense competition as the league progresses.
