Michael Olunga secured his place in Al Duhail SC’s history in a milestone moment that highlights both individual achievement and national pride.
On Friday evening, November 1, 2024, Olunga netted a crucial goal, becoming the Qatari club’s all-time leading scorer with 121 goals across all competitions—a feat that comes only three years after joining the team.
The quality of Kenyan football has been a subject of discussion for a long time but Olunga sought to put an end to this debate after he etched himself in the history books of his Qatari.
Olunga, now 30, expressed his pride in his roots, using social media to acknowledge the talent emerging from Kenyan football.
“It’s not a secret anymore 📸kefootball,” he posted, implying that his success abroad reflects the quality of football talent developed back home.
Olunga’s comment points to his journey from Kenya’s fields to the international stage, serving as a testament to the growing global impact of Kenyan players.
The record-breaking goal, scored during Al Duhail’s 6-2 victory over Al Shamal at Al-Khwar Stadium, further cements Olunga’s status.
After teammate Lucas Verissimo scored the opening goal, Olunga quickly doubled the lead with a powerful left-footed shot past goalkeeper Babacar Seck.
His goal marked his eighth in seven Qatar Stars League matches this season, reinforcing his place as one of the league’s top scorers.
The win has also propelled Al Duhail to the top of the Qatari Stars League, leaving them four points clear after nine matches.
