
The Saudi national team defeated its Omani counterpart by three unanswered goals in the second round match of the Arabian Gulf Cup, scored by Firas Al-Braikan (two goals) and Hassan Kadesh, to reach six points and lead the first group and ensure qualification to the semi-finals of the 27th Gulf Championship.
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The Arabian Gulf Cup (Gulf 27) is held with the participation of the teams of the Gulf countries, and the match between Saudi Arabia and Oman is considered one of the decisive matches in the group stage.
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(CNN) - The Saudi national team defeated its Omani counterpart by three goals to nothing, on the grounds of Al-Enmaa Stadium (the Radiant Jewel), on Saturday, in the second round of the Arabian Gulf Cup.
The goals of the “Green” team were scored by Firas Al-Braikan (a brace) and Hassan Kadesh, in the 11th, 18th and 34th minutes.
The Saudi team reached the sixth point at the top of the first group, with 6 points.
With this lead, the “Green” team qualified for the semi-finals of the “Gulf 27” tournament.
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