KUWAIT CITY, Jan 2:  In a riveting encounter on Tuesday, Al-Arabi and Al-Qadisiyah teams battled to a thrilling 2-2 draw, kicking off the 13th round of the Kuwait Premier Football League (Zain League) in a high-stakes showdown. The Sabah Al-Salem Stadium at Al-Arabi Club was electrified as both teams showcased their skills, fueled by the passionate cheers of the crowd.

The initial half concluded in a goalless stalemate, marked by cautious play and robust defensive strategies from both sides. The second half unfolded as a fierce contest, with Al-Qadisiyah seizing the lead in the 66th minute through Badr Al-Mutawa. However, Al-Arabi swiftly responded, leveling the score at 2-2 in the 73rd minute with a goal from the professional Iwala.

In a dramatic turn of events, after 14 minutes of extra time, Al-Arabi surged ahead with a penalty kick by Hamza Khaba in the 91st minute. The excitement peaked when Al-Qadisiyah equalized in the 95th minute, courtesy of Abdullah Mutawa.

This nail-biting clash propelled Al-Arabi to the top of the league table with 30 points, while Al-Qadisiyah closely followed in second place with 29 points. The league action continues tomorrow, with Al-Nasr taking on Khaitan and Al-Kuwait facing Al-Shabab. The round concludes the day after tomorrow, featuring Al-Fahaheel against Al-Jahra and Kazma against Al-Salmiya. Football enthusiasts can expect more intense matchups as the competition unfolds.