DOHA: Defending champions Al Gharafa made an early exit in the Emir Cup after suffering a shock defeat against Al Kharaitiyat yesterday.
After the match ended 0-0 in 90 minutes, Al Khairaitiyat held their nerve to edge Al Gharafa 5-3 on penalties.
Al Kharaitiyat will now face newly-crowned Heir Apparent Cup winners Lekhwiya in the quarter-finals on Wednesday.
In other results, Qatar SC beat Al Ahli after a thrilling penalty shoot-out.
Qatar SC won 7-6 after the two sides drew 2-2 in normal time. Qatar SC will now play Eljaish in the quarter-finals.
Elsewhere, Caboure scored the only goal against Al Arabi to help Umm Salal book a quarter-final match against Al Sadd.
Al Khor also advanced and will play Al Rayyan in the quarter-finals, after beating Al Sailiyah 5-4 on penalties. The match ended 1-1 in normal time.
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