Kuwait U23 earned their first victory of the Gulf Olympic Cup, coming from behind to defeat Bahrain U23 2-1 on December 11th, 2025. In a match that kicked off at 18:30, Kuwait showed great character to overturn a deficit and secure three vital points. Bahrain, still searching for their first points, took the lead and looked poised for a win, but Kuwait mounted a strong second-half comeback. They scored two goals to turn the match around and claim a 2-1 win, providing a massive boost to their tournament morale. This result lifted Kuwait off the bottom of the group table and kept their slim hopes of advancement alive. For Bahrain, the late collapse was a heartbreaking outcome, leaving them without a point after three matches.