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Awar’s Symphony: Ittihad Crowned in a Seven-Goal Masterclass Against Al-Gharafa

10 February 2026

Awar’s Symphony: Ittihad Crowned in a Seven-Goal Masterclass Against Al-Gharafa
Awar's hat-trick seals a commanding win for Al-Ittihad against Al-Gharafa.

Match turning points

A goals festival unfolded at the Al-Inma Stadium as Al-Ittihad routed Al-Gharafa in the Elite AFC Champions League. On a chilly night in Jeddah, the home side delivered a performance worthy of a soundtrack.

Key moments and aftermath

Algerian forward Houssam Awar opened the scoring with a superb header in the 57th minute after Nasiri sent a cross from the right, nodding it back to Awar, who finished on the volley. Awar added two more goals, sealing a hat-trick as the visitors crumbled. The win lifts Al-Ittihad to 12 points in fifth place, while Al-Gharafa stay on six in tenth. The stadium roared as the Ittihad attackers pressed, dominating possession and creating chances throughout the evening.

Punchline: If football were music, Awar just played a full symphony—no conductor needed.

Punchline: Nasiri’s assist deserves a chorus: Encore, anyone?

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Michael Whooosh

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who scored for Al-Ittihad and in what sequence?

Houssam Awar scored the opener and then netted two more to complete a hat-trick, with Nasiri involved in the buildup.

What was the final score and the impact on the standings?

Al-Ittihad won 7-0, moving to 12 points in fifth place while Al-Gharafa stayed on six in tenth.

Where was the match played?

The match took place at Al-Inma Stadium in Jeddah.