Al Safa SC continued their impressive form with a hard-fought 1-0 home win against Al Nejmeh SC on January 31, 2026. In a match of few chances, a single goal proved decisive, lifting Safa to another important three points in their pursuit of a high finish. The only goal was a scrappy affair, coming from a goalmouth scramble following a corner kick in the second half, which was eventually forced over the line. Al Nejmeh, still feeling the effects of the derby, pushed for an equalizer but found Safa's defense in stubborn mood, with the goalkeeper making a crucial late save to preserve the clean sheet. This narrow victory was a testament to Al Safa's growing confidence and defensive organization, marking them as a difficult team to beat at home. The result shook up the upper reaches of the league table, with Safa climbing and Nejmeh dropping points in a tight race.