QNB Stars League team Al Markhiya strengthened their forward line by signing Brazilian Eric de Oliveira till the end of this season.

The Brazilian attacking midfielder has vast experience playing in the leagues of Ukraine, Japan, Romania and Saudi Arabia. He last played for Romanian side Viitorul Constanta.

The Al Markhiya team management decided to bolster their offence because they are the side to have scored the least number of goals (eight) in the QNB Stars League.

Al Markhiya, who pulled off a creditable goalless draw with second-placed Al Sadd in Week 12 to be placed 11th on eight points, will host Qatar SC next at the Al Arabi Stadium on 19th January.