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In a stunning display of football prowess, Al-Nejmeh triumphed over their long-standing rivals, Al-Ahed, with a commanding 4-0 victory in the sixth stage of the Lebanese Premier League. This decisive win not only secured Al-Nejmeh’s position at the top of the league but also sent shockwaves through the football community. The match, held at the Fouad Chehab Municipal Stadium in Jounieh, was a testament to Al-Nejmeh’s strategic gameplay and relentless determination.
A Match of Dominance
The game, witnessed by a large and enthusiastic crowd, especially the fans of Al-Nejmeh, saw the team led by coach Razi Jaidi take control. The first goal, a spectacular shot by Ali Qassas from the Olympic team, came from a long throw-in by Qassem Al-Zein in the 45th minute, marking the first time Al-Ahed’s goal had been breached this season. This early goal set the tone for the rest of the match.
Al-Nejmeh capitalized on Al-Ahed’s defensive errors in the second half. A misjudgment by defender Hassan Farhat allowed Kenyan player Masoud Juma to steal the ball and pass it to Khalil Badr, who scored the second goal in the 60th minute. The onslaught continued as Mohamed Sadek took advantage of another defensive lapse between defender Farhat and goalkeeper Mehdi Khalil to score in the 90th minute. Benjamin Boateng sealed the victory with a goal from a pass by Mohamed Sadek after a shot by Marius hit the post in the 90th minute.
The Aftermath and League Standing
This victory marks Al-Nejmeh’s sixth consecutive win, bringing their total to 18 points. Al-Ahed, now in second place with 15 points, faced a significant setback. In the earlier match, Al-Mabarrah and Racing Beirut played to a goalless draw. Al-Mabarrah now has 4 points, while Racing Beirut, at the bottom of the table, earned their first point this season.
Source: Annahar