Al-Arabi secured their place in the Qatar Stars League final by beating Umm-Salal 2-1 in today's game. The victory was important, but the team needs adjustments before the decisive match against Al-Duhail.
The start was promising, with Abdullah Marafee opening the scoring after just 3 minutes. H. Alaa Aldeen increased the lead in the 29th minute, but the pace slowed in the second half. Umm-Salal took advantage to reduce the deficit in the 79th minute with a goal from V. Lekhal.
Mozambican international Clésio Bauque, known at Al-Arabi as a true "Carrinbou," played a significant role in the game, providing speed and technical ability in the team's attack. His presence will be crucial to strengthen their performance and face Al-Duhail in the final scheduled for Friday, December 20th, at 4:30 PM.
Statistically, Al-Arabi slightly controlled possession (51%) and showed good passing accuracy (78%). However, their finishing efficiency needs improvement, with only 4 shots on target compared to their opponent's 6. To win the title, the team will have to deliver a robust and balanced performance in all areas of the game.
