MANAMA, Bahrain (April 3, 2026) (Interstat) — Muharraq opened its domestic season with a commanding 3-0 victory over Sitra in Bahrain Premier League football Friday at Madinat ’Isa Stadium.

The home side exceeded statistical projections, which gave it a 91.5% win probability and forecast a 2-1 scoreline. Arthur Rezende opened the scoring with an 11th-minute free kick. Abdulwahab Al Malood doubled the lead in the 24th minute, and Elliot Simões sealed the win with a third goal before halftime in the 40th minute.

Sitra, held scoreless, begins its league campaign with a loss. The result gives Muharraq an early three points and a positive goal differential.