Mogeni credits fans after title-boosting victory

TDT | Manama

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Dar Kulaib’s Enock Mogeni praised the return of the fans after a crucial 3–1 victory over defending champions Muharraq in Tuesday’s Isa bin Rashid Bahrain Volleyball League clash. The result tightened the title race and sent his side to the top of the standings.

“First, I want to thank God and the Dar Kulaib family,” Mogeni said, dedicating the win to the club supporters. The Kenyan star highlighted the impact of the crowd following their return after a previous suspension linked to regional tensions. “The energy from the fans was incredible. They carried us through the tough moments, and we will need them in the final three matches,” he added.

At Isa Bin Rashid Arena in Riffa, Dar Kulaib recovered from a set down to claim a dramatic 19–25, 25–20, 25–20, 32–30 win in a closely contested encounter.

Muharraq struck first, taking the opening set 25–19 with sharp attacking play. Dar Kulaib responded immediately, raising their tempo and stabilising their reception to swing momentum.

Mogeni played a key role in the turnaround, contributing important points at the net, including a crucial block-out that shifted the rhythm of the match.

The challengers then controlled the third set, with Hasan Al Warqaa’s spike helping them build a 15–10 lead. Hassan Abbas later brought up set point, before a Muharraq error sealed it.

The fourth set developed into a tense, point-for-point battle. Dar Kulaib surged ahead 21–15 after an Abdulwahed spike, only for Muharraq to fight back and level at 24–24 following a Sayed Hashem Issa block on Abdulnabi. From there, the set became a test of nerve.

At 30–30, fine margins decided it. A Muharraq net fault handed Dar Kulaib match point, before a decisive block sealed the victory.

Mogeni led the attacking effort throughout as Dar Kulaib extended their perfect season to 23 wins from 23 matches, moving to 67 points and remaining top of the table. Muharraq stay second on 65 points after a costly defeat.

Dar Kulaib now face Al Dair tomorrow at 6:45 PM, before closing their season against Al Maamir and a second meeting with Al Dair. Muharraq take on Al Shabab and Al Ahli, with no margin for error remaining in the title race.