Al Ahli and Umm Salal will be up against each other in Week 21 of the 2024-2025 season Ooredoo Stars League at Al Thumama Stadium on Friday, April 11, 2025. The kick-off is at 6.30pm.

This crucial match is of great importance to both teams. Umm Salal, who are in 11th place with 15 points, are in desperate need of a win to avoid being in direct relegation threat – with bottom-placed Al Khor snapping at their heels with a tally of 13 points.

Umm Salal would therefore aim to clinch the maximum three points and secure the Play-Off spot. A loss or a draw could see them enter into a complex calculation situation making the task even more difficult in the final round of league competition, especially if Al Khor are to achieve positive results.

In contrast, Al Ahli go into the tie being in fourth place with 35 points. The Brigadiers would be keen to continue their winning streak and strengthen their position to finish the league in the top four.

Al Ahli are being chased by fifth-placed Al Shamal (29 points). Al Ahli therefore would want to avoid any setback that could benefit their immediate pursuer. Even a draw could help Al Ahli secure their place in the top four.

The difficulty of the match lies in the fact that each team would look for the three points, although the need is greater for Umm Salal, who are fighting for survival. This makes the clash strong and very exciting.