Match Report
7 points for Muharraq (3rd), 8 for Esteghlal (2nd): a 1-point gap. Muharraq had been under-performing their position — 22nd on five-round form against 3rd in the table.
Three consecutive draws preceded this one for Esteghlal.
Sheikh Ali bin Mohammed Al Khalifa Stadium staged the fixture, a ground that holds 20,000. On the scoreboard, Esteghlal led 1-0 at the break; 2 second-half goals set the final 0-3.
Goal scorers
Esteghlal: Esmaeil Gholizadeh (15'), Jasir Asani (87'), Duckens Nazon (82')
Key stats
Possession: Muharraq 37% · Esteghlal 63% · Total shots: 10-14 · On target: 3-6 · Corners: 4-5