

Sur SC and Sohar SC Battle to a Thrilling 3-3 Draw in Oman Professional League
Sur, Oman – May 23, 2026 – In a pulsating encounter at the Sur Sports Complex, Sur SC and Sohar SC played out a six-goal thriller, sharing the spoils with a dramatic 3-3 draw in the Oman Professional League. The match, which kicked off at 23:25 local time, had everything: early goals, comebacks, and late drama that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
The hosts started brightly, taking the lead inside the first ten minutes through a well-worked team move finished by striker Ahmed Al-Malki. However, Sohar responded quickly, leveling the score with a powerful header from a set piece. The first half continued at a frantic pace, with Sur SC regaining the lead just before the interval via a precise long-range effort from midfielder Yousuf Al-Balushi.
After the break, Sohar came out with renewed energy and equalized for a second time shortly after the hour mark. The visitors then stunned the home crowd by taking the lead for the first time, completing a quick counter-attack to make it 3-2. With time running out, Sur SC pushed forward relentlessly and were rewarded in the 87th minute when substitute Hussain Al-Hadhrami turned home a corner to salvage a point. The 3-3 result leaves both teams in the middle of the league table, with Sur SC now eighth and Sohar SC one place above in seventh.
Key Talking Points
- Ahmed Al-Malki's early strike set the tone for an open game.
- Set-piece vulnerability proved costly for Sur SC, who conceded two goals from dead-ball situations.
- Late resilience from the home side earned a valuable point in front of a passionate crowd.
The draw keeps the race for the top half of the Oman Professional League wide open, with both teams showing they can compete on their day. Sur SC will look to build on this fighting spirit in their next fixture, while Sohar SC will rue missed chances to take all three points.