Baghdad Bounedjah, the prolific striker for Al-Sadd, has brought an end to a lengthy goal drought in the Qatar Stars League, delivering a sensational hat-trick in a commanding 9-1 victory over Al-Ahli Doha.
After enduring four months without finding the back of the net, Bounedjah’s triumphant return to scoring form came in spectacular fashion during a late match on the 13th matchday of the Qatar Stars League.
Entering the game as a substitute in the 64th minute, Bounedjah wasted no time in making his presence felt on the pitch. With clinical precision and unrivaled skill, the Algerian international netted three goals in quick succession, showcasing his innate goal-scoring ability.
His first goal came in the 69th minute, capitalizing on a precise long ball from Akram Afif to beat the Al-Ahli Doha goalkeeper with aplomb. Just 11 minutes later, Bounedjah struck again, this time slotting home with his trademark precision following a pinpoint pass from Ali Assadalla.
In a breathtaking display of skill and determination, he completed his hat-trick in stoppage time (90th+5), converting a pass from Paulo Otávio to seal his second hat-trick of the season.
Bounedjah’s remarkable feat not only secured a resounding victory for Al-Sadd but also marked the end of a challenging goal drought that had stretched over 11 games.
This extraordinary performance served as a reminder of Bounedjah’s exceptional talent and his invaluable contribution to Al-Sadd’s campaign in the Qatar Stars League.
With his goal-scoring prowess reignited, Bounedjah now boasts eight goals in the Qatar Stars League for the 2023/2024 season, reaffirming his status as one of the league’s most formidable strikers.
As Al-Sadd celebrates their emphatic triumph and Bounedjah’s triumphant return to form, fans eagerly anticipate the striker’s continued impact on the pitch as the Qatar Stars League season unfolds.
