MADINAT ’ISA, Bahrain (Interstat) — Ahmed Muslem scored in the 63rd minute, Hasan Isa added a goal in the 69th and Hasan Madan sealed the victory in the 84th as Malkiya defeated Al Najma 3-0 on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Madinat ’Isa Stadium. The win lifted Malkiya to a 6-5-6 record in the Bahrain Premier League and 6-6-6 across all competitions. Al Najma fell to 6-8-4 in league play and 6-8-4 overall. Al Najma had won the previous meeting between the teams, 1-0 on Dec. 21, 2025. Malkiya next plays at Bahrain SC on Sunday, May 3, while Al Najma hosts Muharraq on Monday, May 4.