Arab Club Run Back on Track for Muharraq

Bahrain champions Muharraq returned to winning ways yesterday at the 44th Arab Club Men’s Volleyball Championship, sweeping Qatar’s Al Shorta SC 3-0 (25-23, 25-22, 25-20) at the Salle de la Cite Sportive in Le Kram, Tunisia. The result comes after back-to-back defeats and keeps Muharraq firmly in contention heading into the final round of the preliminary stage.

The fourth-round clash brought a spirited response from Muharraq, who displayed renewed intensity and composure throughout the contest. After narrowly edging the opening two sets, the Bahrainis delivered their most impressive stretch of volleyball in the third, highlighting the resilience that has defined their tournament campaign.

Muharraq were forced to dig deep in the final set after falling behind 8-2 early. Refusing to let the match slip, they mounted a remarkable comeback, overturning the deficit to surge ahead 20-17. The momentum proved decisive, and a net touch on match point sealed a convincing straight-sets victory for Yaseen Al Meel’s side.

The win lifts Muharraq’s record to two victories from four matches in Group B, revitalising their hopes of progressing after a challenging start to the competition. 

The Red Wolves will conclude their preliminary-round schedule today when they face the Palestinian Military Club at 1pm, with qualification still within reach as the championship continues in the Tunisian capital until January 18.