

Al Sadd FC (YEM) 3-0 Al-Wahda Mukalla (Yemen President Cup)
Match Summary
Al Sadd FC (YEM) produced a dominant display to defeat Al-Wahda Mukalla 3-0 in the Yemen President Cup on 30 July 2026. The comprehensive victory highlighted Al Sadd's attacking prowess and defensive solidity, marking them as one of the tournament's early frontrunners.
First Half Control
From the first minute, Al Sadd imposed themselves, keeping possession and pressing high. The opening goal arrived in the 16th minute when winger Khalid Al-Mansouri cut inside from the left flank and unleashed a curling shot that beat the Al-Wahda keeper at his near post.
Al Sadd doubled their lead just before halftime. A swift counter‑attack saw striker Nasser Al-Qahtani latch onto a long ball, hold off his marker, and fire a low drive into the net. The 2‑0 scoreline at the break reflected Al Sadd's total dominance.
Second Half Sealed with Style
Al-Wahda Mukalla tried to reorganize after the restart, but Al Sadd's midfield continued to dictate the game. The third goal came from a set piece in the 74th minute: a free‑kick from the right flank was met by Ali Al-Harbi, who headed powerfully past the helpless goalkeeper.
Al Sadd cruised through the remainder of the match, comfortably preserving their clean sheet and advancing to the next round with a statement performance.
Standout Players
- Khalid Al-Mansouri – A constant threat on the wing, scoring the opener.
- Nasser Al-Qahtani – Physical, clinical, and always dangerous.
- Ali Al-Harbi – Solid defensively and added a goal from a set piece.
Tournament Implications
Al Sadd FC's emphatic win sends a clear message to the rest of the Yemen President Cup field. They will face tougher opposition in later rounds, but this performance suggests they have the quality to go deep. Al-Wahda Mukalla, meanwhile, exit the competition without scoring a goal.
