Al Sadd secured their fourth Qatar Cup title and their second trophy of the season after defeating arch-rivals Al Duhail 3-2 in a dramatic penalty shootout following a 2-2 draw in regulation time at the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium on Saturday.
Goalkeeper Meshaal Barsham emerged as the hero of the night, making two crucial saves in the shootout to lead Al Sadd to victory. Al Sadd head coach Felix Sanchez praised his team's resilience and character, highlighting their strong performance against a tough opponent.
Sanchez commended the intensity of the final and credited his players for their determination, particularly highlighting Barsham's stellar performance. The goalkeeper expressed his enjoyment of penalty shootouts and his fearless approach to such high-pressure situations.
Veteran defender Boualem Khoukhi echoed the sentiments of his coach, emphasizing the team's deserving victory in a challenging season. Looking ahead, Khoukhi emphasized the importance of the upcoming Amir's Cup, acknowledging the tough competition that lies ahead.
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