Al-Wakrah moved into contention in the Qatar Stars League after a dominant 4-0 win over Al-Shahaniya on Thursday, with Redouane Berkane delivering a standout performance.
The Algerian international, just 22, opened the scoring from the penalty spot in the 21st minute, giving his side an early advantage and setting the tone for the rest of the match.
Berkane continued to impress throughout, linking effectively with teammates and maintaining a constant threat in the attacking third.
After the break, Berkane struck again in the 51st minute, converting a precise pass from Moroccan teammate Ayoub Assal to put Al-Wakrah firmly in control.
Seven minutes later, he turned provider, setting up Assal for the third goal, showcasing their strong partnership and fluid attacking play.
Berkane’s influence on the game extended beyond goals and assists.
His movement and composure on the ball helped Al-Wakrah dominate possession and transition quickly from defence to attack.
The young striker was substituted in the 71st minute to applause, having delivered a performance praised for its maturity and effectiveness.
The victory lifts Al-Wakrah to seventh in the league table with 19 points, though other matches in Matchday 14 could affect their standing.
For Berkane, it was another confirmation of his growing importance within the squad, following a string of impressive performances in recent weeks.
Al-Wakrah’s attacking display highlighted their potential in the league, particularly as they aim to climb the standings and secure a top-half finish.
Berkane’s performance underlined his role as a key figure in the team, capable of influencing both goalscoring and build-up play.
With this result, Al-Wakrah will look to build momentum into upcoming fixtures, while Berkane’s form continues to attract attention as he establishes himself as one of the league’s most effective young forwards.
