Khaberni - Columbus Crew achieved their first win this season in the American soccer league, overcoming Atlanta United 3-1, in a match where the Palestinian striker Wissam Abu Ali shone, scoring two crucial goals in the second half.
Wissam Abu Ali's first goal was a precise header from inside the penalty area that immediately redirected a cross into the goal.
The second goal was a rocket shot from outside the penalty area that nestled into the left corner of Atlanta's net.
Palestinian Wissam Abu Ali matches Messi's record
Abu Ali has raised his goal tally to 5, along with an assist, matching the record of the Argentine legend Lionel Messi this season.
The Palestinian player now ranks third in the American league's top scorers list, two goals behind English player Sam Surridge of Nashville and Croatian Peter Mousa of Dallas, each with 7 goals.
Abu Ali joined the American club in the summer of 2025, coming from Al Ahly of Egypt for 7.5 million dollars.
