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12-28 22:30

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Yemen pulled off a major upset, defeating Bahrain 2-1 in their WAFF Arabian Gulf Cup group stage match on December 28, 2024. This historic result for Yemeni football came thanks to a resilient performance and a late winning goal. Bahrain, likely the favorites, took the lead in the first half through a well-worked move. Yemen, however, showed tremendous spirit to equalize before the interval, changing the complexion of the match. The second half was a tense affair, with Yemen defending stoutly and looking dangerous on the counter. The decisive moment came in the final stages when Yemen scored a dramatic winner, sending their fans into delirium. This match result throws Group B wide open and gives Yemen a fantastic chance to progress to the knockout stages, while Bahrain must now win their final game to keep their hopes alive.