Al Ahli thrashed by Al-Markhiya

Al-Markhiya triumphed over Al Ahli, 1-4, on Saturday, on matchday 20. Coming into the contest, Pepa's team came from a defeat, and Madjid Bougherra's team came from three defeats. Bashar Resan was on fire.

The first goal of the game was scored by Julian Draxler, after 22 minutes. With 30 minutes on the clock, Mohammed Al Naimi struck for Al-Markhiya. Madjid Bougherra's team scored their second goal of the game through Bashar Resan, shortly before the interval.

In the 83rd minute, Al-Markhiya extended their lead with a goal from Naoufal Bannis. In the closing stages of the game, Bashar Resan scored the last goal of the match.

After the result Al Ahli are 9th in the table, with 20 points, while Al-Markhiya sit 12th place, with 11 points. In relation to forthcoming league matches, Madjid Bougherra's team will play at home against Al-Gharafa, while Pepa's team will host Al-Sadd.