

In a dominant display at the end of June 2026, Al-Arabi Club (KUW) surged to an emphatic 3-0 victory over Al Fahaheel SC on Matchday 15 of the Kuwaiti Premier League. The Green Wolves reaffirmed their title credentials with a controlled performance, scoring twice in the first hour and adding a late third to seal a comfortable win.
Match Overview
Played under the hot Kuwaiti summer skies on 30 June 2026, the encounter at the Al-Arabi Stadium saw the home side take charge from the opening whistle. Al-Arabi’s high press and quick transitions repeatedly troubled Al Fahaheel’s backline, while the visitors struggled to create any meaningful threat in the final third. The scoreline reflected a one-sided affair that kept the Green Wolves in close pursuit of the league leaders.
Key Moments
- 18th minute: Al-Arabi opened the scoring through a well-worked set piece. A corner from the left found the head of centre-back Ali Saleh, who powered the ball past Fahaheel goalkeeper Abdulaziz Al-Shammari.
- 52nd minute: The lead was doubled when winger Hussain Al-Musawi cut inside from the right flank and unleashed a curling shot that nestled into the far post. The strike was a testament to Al-Arabi’s growing confidence after the break.
- 78th minute: Substitute Fahad Al-Harbi put the result beyond doubt, tapping in from close range after a goalmouth scramble following a free kick. It was the kind of clinical finish that has characterised Al-Arabi’s season.
Standout Performers
Al-Arabi’s midfield general, Ahmed Al-Khaledi, controlled the tempo with his precise passing and tireless work rate, earning him the man‑of‑the‑match award. Meanwhile, goalkeeper Khaled Al-Rashidi had a relatively quiet evening but made a crucial save in the 65th minute to preserve the clean sheet. For Al Fahaheel, centre-back Bader Al-Mutairi put in a dogged shift but lacked support from his teammates going forward.
League Impact
With this victory, Al-Arabi moved to 36 points from 15 matches, keeping them in second place in the Kuwaiti Premier League standings, just three points behind leaders Al Qadisiya SC. Al Fahaheel, meanwhile, remain in seventh place with 18 points, still in mid-table but now five points clear of the relegation zone. The Green Wolves will next travel to face Al-Salmiya, while Fahaheel host Al-Jahra in a crucial fixture at the bottom half of the table.
The 3‑0 scoreline extended Al-Arabi’s unbeaten run at home to seven matches and underlined their reputation as one of the most disciplined defensive units in the league. If they can sustain this form, a serious title challenge looks well within reach.