Al-Bayt Stadium will host the match between Al Sailiya and Al Shamal as part of the third week of the 2025-2026 season Doha Bank Stars League on Saturday, August 30, 2025. The kick off is at 6:30 PM.

The match holds significant importance for both teams as they aim to validate their preparedness and ambitions for a successful season.

Al Sailiya, under the guidance of coach Mirghani Al Zain, approach the match following a lackluster beginning in the first two rounds. They suffered a 1-3 defeat against Al Rayyan in the opening round, followed by a 0-2 loss to Qatar SC, resulting in no points earned.

Al Sailiya depends on a mix of exceptional foreign talents, including Matias Nani and Mohamed Benyettou, one of the most formidable attacking players, alongside the dynamic midfielder Hadi Ali, among others.

Conversely, Al Shamal enter the match with high morale after an excellent start to the league. They secured a 2-0 win over Al Ahli, followed by an impressive 4-2 victory against Al Rayyan in the second round, amassing a flawless six points, which positions them among the leading teams.

Coach David Prats counts on a distinguished roster of professional players, particularly Algerian striker Baghdad Bounedjah, who continues to excel for the second consecutive season, along with Spanish defender Alex Collado among others. Goalkeeper Babacar Speck, who has performed exceptionally well in the initial two rounds, is also a key figure, in addition to influential local players such as Mohamed Musa, Mohamed Al Mannai, and the outstanding Mohamed Omar, who provide the team with enhanced strength in both defensive discipline and offensive strategies.