Michael Olunga grabs goal as Al Duhail bounce back in style

Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga showcased his scoring prowess once again by netting one goal as Al Duhail returned to winning.

In a thrilling encounter at the Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium, Al Duhail displayed resurgence as they secured a 3-1 triumph over Al Sadd, marking a return to their winning form.

Michael Olunga's goals

Despite enduring a challenging season that saw him sidelined with injury, Olunga's goal tally now stands at an impressive 13 goals in just 15 appearances for the club.

Olunga's remarkable performance sees him trailing closely behind Akram Afif, who leads the league's top scorer chart by 10 goals

Olunga is on course to clinch the title of the club's top scorer for yet another consecutive season.

The match witnessed a dominant display from Al Duhail right from the start, with the team seizing control of the midfield and launching relentless attacks on Al Sadd's defensive lines.

Although a penalty opportunity arose in the 14th minute, El Meaz failed to convert it into a goal, leaving the spectators on edge.

However, Al Duhail's persistence paid off in the 40th minute when a swift counterattack led to Ismail Mohamed crossing the ball into Al Sadd's penalty area, allowing El Meaz to unleash a powerful shot and secure the opening goal of the match.

The first half concluded with a sense of urgency as Akram Afif equalized for Al Sadd just before halftime, setting the stage for an intense second half.

Michael Olunga nets 2nd goal

With both teams fiercely competing to gain the upper hand, it was Al Duhail who broke the deadlock in the 57th minute, courtesy of a brilliant finish by Michael Olunga following a swift counterattack.

The momentum continued in Al Duhail's favor as Sultan Al-Bareek extended their lead with a superb left-footed strike in the 62nd minute, further solidifying their position.

Despite Al Sadd's valiant efforts to stage a comeback, Al Duhail's resolute defense, led by goalkeeper Shehab Al Laithi, thwarted any potential threats, ensuring that their lead remained intact until the final whistle.

The victory marks a significant turnaround for Al Duhail, who had previously endured back-to-back defeats in the league and domestic cup competitions.