Al-Duhail defeated Al Ahli in a fantastic win on Thursday, 6x0, on matchday 18. Before this matchday, Rui Faria's team came from a draw, and Rubén de la Barrera's team came from a defeat. Youssef El-Arabi was the star with 2 goals.
With 20 minutes on the clock, Mehdi Benatia opened the score for Al-Duhail. After 38 minutes, Rui Faria's team increased their lead with a goal from Mohammed Muntari.
In the 52nd minute, Al-Duhail extended their lead with a goal from Shoya Nakajima. in the 68th minute, Murad Naji doubled the lead for Rui Faria's team. after 80 minutes, Al-Duhail increased their lead with a goal from Youssef El-Arabi. in the closing stages of the game, forward wrapped things up.
After the result Al-Duhail are 2nd in the table, with 43 points, while Al Ahli sit 5th place, with 29 points. In relation to forthcoming league matches, Rui Faria's team will play away against Umm-Salal, whilst Rubén de la Barrera's team will play at home against Al-Shahaniya.