Al Markhiya pulled off a dramatic 3-2 upset victory over Al-Sadd in the Qatari Stars Cup on October 4, 2025, continuing a tournament full of surprises. In a match that ebbed and flowed, the underdogs held their nerve to eliminate the Qatari giants. Al Markhiya shocked the home crowd by taking an early lead, but Al-Sadd's quality told as they fought back to take a 2-1 advantage. Just when it seemed Al-Sadd would prevail, Al Markhiya displayed incredible resilience, scoring an equalizer to force a grandstand finish. Then, in the dying moments, Al Markhiya found a sensational winner to complete a historic comeback and send their traveling supporters into delirium, marking one of the most memorable nights in the club's history.