
Al Gharafa will host Al Rayyan in their Week 17 match of 2025-2026 season Doha Bank Stars League at the Thani Bin Jassim Stadium on Thursday, February 26, 2026. The kick-off is at 9.30pm.
Al Gharafa enter the match looking to bounce back from their 0-1 defeat to Al Shamal in the previous round. The result left them on 31 points, tied for third place with Al Shamal on goal difference. The Cheetahs are aware that any further slip-up could widen the gap between them and league leaders Al Sadd, making this match a true test of their ambition this season.
Meanwhile, Al Rayyan go into the game being in fourth place with 28 points, just three points behind second-placed Al Shamal. They would be determined to continue their strong performances and close the gap with the leading teams, especially given the fierce competition for the top place.
Al Rayyan arrive with a high morale after their thrilling 2-1 victory over Al Ahli in the previous round.
The clash holds a lot of excitement and competitiveness, given the close placings and jostling for the top positions in one of the most prominent meetings of this round.
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