STARS ABROAD: Olunga on target as Al Arabi begins pre-season with win in Spain

Kenyan international Michael Olunga got off the mark for his new club, Al Arabi SC, scoring in a 2-0 victory over Club Costa City in a preseason friendly played on Saturday, July 19, 2025, in Valencia, Spain.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsOlunga and his teammates arrived in the Spanish city on Tuesday, July 15, to begin their pre-season camp as preparations for the 2025/26 Qatar Stars League season intensify.##NAJAVA_MECA_9023480##The match marked a promising start to life at Al Arabi for the Harambee Stars captain, who officially linked up with the reigning Qatari champions on Friday, July 5, following a high-profile switch from rivals Al Duhail SC.Olunga penned a two-year deal with Al Arabi after ending a historic three-year spell at Al Duhail, where he departed as the club’s all-time top scorer with 130 goals. His time at Duhail was decorated with major honors, including multiple Qatar Stars League titles and domestic cups.MOFA duo set for Sweden trials with Vasalunds IFKnown for his powerful left foot, aerial dominance, and knack for scoring in critical moments, Olunga became a cult hero at Duhail, scoring on his debut in a 7-1 thrashing of Al Wakrah and delivering standout performances in derbies, particularly against Al Rayyan.Now tasked with spearheading Al Arabi’s attack, the 31-year-old forward is expected to provide experience, leadership, and a consistent goal threat as the club aims to defend its league title and mount a strong challenge in continental competitions.Tusker FC defender out to fulfill boyhood dreams with Harambee StarsAl Arabi, one of Qatar’s most historic clubs, has bolstered its squad with several high-profile signings ahead of the new campaign.Among the other marquee additions is former Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Pablo Sarabia.Scored with a smile 😎#العربي | #العربي_في_فالنسيا pic.twitter.com/4bDRNDmzch— Al Arabi SC | النادي العربي (@alarabi_club) July 19, 2025 The club has lined up a total of four pre-season matches in Spain to sharpen the squad before the league kicks off.Up next is a clash against Al Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) on July 25, followed by a match against UD Ibiza on July 29. The camp will wrap up with a fixture against Cordoba FC on Saturday, August 2.

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