Al‑Ittihad Ahli of Aleppo Stun Al‑Karamah with Four‑Goal Blitz in Syrian Premier League Thriller

Aleppo, Syria – Al‑Ittihad Ahli of Aleppo produced a dominant attacking display to defeat Al‑Karamah 4‑2 on May 8, 2026, in a pulsating Syrian Premier League clash. The visitors raced to a three‑goal lead within the first half‑hour, before surviving a spirited Al‑Karamah comeback attempt to secure all three points.

First‑Half Onslaught

The match exploded into life after just 12 minutes when Al‑Ittihad Ahli’s striker Mohammad al‑Waked latched onto a through ball and slotted coolly past the goalkeeper. Four minutes later, a well‑worked corner was headed home by defender Ali Hammoud to make it 2‑0. The visitors were in irresistible form, and they added a third in the 28th minute through a long‑range strike from Firas al‑Katib that fizzed into the bottom corner.

Al‑Karamah, stunned by the early barrage, struggled to find their rhythm. The home side’s midfield was overrun, and their defence looked vulnerable every time the visitors attacked. The first half ended 3‑0 in favour of Al‑Ittihad Ahli.

Second‑Half Drama and Comeback Hopes

After the interval, Al‑Karamah showed renewed determination. Coach Ahmed al‑Sayyad made tactical changes, pushing extra men forward. The response was immediate: in the 54th minute, a clever run from winger Omar Khribin drew a foul inside the box, and he converted the penalty himself to make it 3‑1.

Just seven minutes later, Al‑Karamah struck again. A defensive mix‑up allowed Rami al‑Hussein to poke the ball home from close range, reducing the deficit to a single goal. The stadium was alive with hope, and the hosts pressed for an equaliser.

Al‑Ittihad Ahli Seal the Win

Al‑Karamah’s momentum was halted in the 73rd minute, however, when a swift counter‑attack saw Al‑Ittihad Ahli’s Mohammad al‑Waked score his second of the night, latching onto a precise cross to make it 4‑2. The goal took the wind out of the home side’s sails, and despite late pressure, they could not find a way back.

Standout Performers

Al‑Ittihad Ahli’s man of the match was undoubtedly Mohammad al‑Waked, whose brace and constant movement troubled the Al‑Karamah defence all evening. Midfielder Hussein Jwayed pulled the strings from deep, while goalkeeper Wael al‑Hafez made several crucial saves in the second half to preserve the lead.

Implications for the League

The win lifts Al‑Ittihad Ahli of Aleppo up the Syrian Premier League table, solidifying their status as a dangerous attacking side. For Al‑Karamah, the defeat is a setback as they aim to stay in contention for a top‑four finish. The match served as a reminder of the unpredictability and excitement of Syrian football.