Algerian Trio Shines Brightly, Leads Al Gharafa to 4-2 Victory
The Algerian international trio of Ismaël Bennacer, Yacine Brahimi, and Adam Ounas led Al Gharafa to a thrilling 4-2 victory over Muaither on Thursday evening in the second round of the QSL Cup for the 2026-2027 season.
Bennacer was instrumental in opening the scoring, providing an assist to his teammate and fellow countryman Yacine Brahimi, who netted the first goal in the 19th minute. Brahimi then added his second goal just five minutes later in the 24th minute, showcasing his attacking prowess throughout the match.
The Algerian influence didn’t stop with Brahimi, as Adam Ounas added the third goal for Al Gharafa in the 34th minute, sending the team into halftime with a comfortable 3-0 lead.
In the second half, Muaither managed to narrow the gap with two goals, but Al Gharafa sealed the match with a fourth goal from a penalty in the 90+2 minute, ending the game with a score of 4-2.
With this victory, Al Gharafa increased their points tally to 3, placing them in eighth position in the QSL Cup standings, while the Algerian trio made a significant impact on their team's win, with Bennacer's assist, Brahimi's brace, and Ounas's goal.
