Al Wakrah and Al Arabi will meet in the first round of the 2025-26 QSL Cup on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at Al Shamal Stadium. The kickoff is at 6:30 PM.

Both teams approach the match with a strong ambition to secure a favorable outcome that will provide them with an early boost in morale for the tournament, particularly as both teams aim to field as many players as possible to prepare for future events.

Al Wakrah aim to maintain their impressive performances and take advantage of the synergy among their players, which has been apparent in the league over the last three weeks. Meanwhile, Al Arabi are also eager to sustain their momentum following their victory against Umm Salal in the third week of the league.

The match is anticipated to be fiercely competitive and is expected to draw a significant turnout from both teams, who will benefit from the new format of the tournament.