DOHA, Qatar (Interstat) — Al Arabi delivered a stunning 5-1 victory over Qatar SC on Sunday, defying pregame projections in a dominant Stars League performance at Suheim bin Hamad Stadium.

Interstat’s game simulator had projected a 2-1 win for the home side, but Al Arabi’s offense proved overwhelming. Substitute Pablo Sarabia and Michael Olunga each scored two goals, with Olunga’s second coming in the 50th minute. Niall Mason also scored for Al Arabi just before halftime. Yazan Al Naimat added a late goal for the visitors. Qatar SC’s lone goal was not detailed in the available statistics. The match was a physical affair, resulting in seven yellow cards. With the win, Al Arabi begins its league campaign 1-0, while Qatar SC starts 0-1.