Yemen Crushes Brunei 9–0 in AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers
Aden -- Yemeni national football team defeated Brunei Darussalam 9–0 in their AFC Asian Cup 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group B match held on October 14, 2025, in Sulaibikhat, Kuwait.
The victory marks Yemen’s second win over Brunei in the qualifiers and keeps them firmly in contention for a spot in the upcoming tournament in Saudi Arabia. Forward Nasser Mohammedoh was the star of the match, scoring five goals and setting the tone for Yemen’s emphatic performance.
Yemen’s attacking strategy overwhelmed Brunei’s defense from the outset, with early goals creating momentum that carried through the entire match. The team’s coordination, pace, and finishing ability were on full display, earning praise from fans and analysts alike.
With this win, Yemen now sits second in Group B with 8 points, trailing Lebanon by just two points. Brunei, meanwhile, remains at the bottom of the group with only 3 points after four matches.
The result not only boosts Yemen’s chances of qualifying for the AFC Asian Cup 2027 but also serves as a morale booster for a team that has faced logistical and political challenges in recent years. The Yemeni Football Association hailed the win as a testament to the players’ resilience and commitment.
Yemen will next face Bhutan in a crucial fixture that could determine their qualification status. Fans across the country have expressed renewed hope and pride in their national team’s performance, celebrating the victory as a rare moment of unity and joy.
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