Suhaim Bin Hamad Stadium will host the anticipated-match between Qatar SC and Al Shamal in Week 14 of the 2024-2025 season Ooredoo Stars League on Thursday, January 30, 2025. The kick-off is at 4.30pm.

The match is eagerly awaited by both teams, each possessing unique technical skills. They will strive to perform at their best and defend their chances with utmost determination in pursuit of securing three points.

Qatar SC approach the match positioned 11th in the standings with 13 points, closely trailing Al Arabi in 10th place. In contrast, Al Shamal enter the contest in fifth place with 19 points.

Both teams are coming off significant victories in the previous round. Qatar SC achieved a commendable 1-0 win against reigning champions Al Sadd, which has significantly boosted their morale and helped them distance themselves from the relegation zone.

Qatar SC coach Youssef Safri understands the critical nature of this match and aims for a victory to further distance his team from the lower ranks, despite facing several injuries. He is expected to maintain the same line-up that faced Al Sadd, featuring key players such as Ibrahim Majed, Raoul Sanda, Ahmed Abdelkader, Ali Awad, Moataz Majid and Ben Malango.

On the other hand, Al Shamal, who delivered an impressive performance by defeating Umm Salal 4-0 in their last match, will aim to sustain their momentum and secure a win against Qatar SC to enhance their standing.

Coach David Prats hopes to capitalize on the players’ high technical skills and morale, relying on notable talents such as Naim Sliti, Baghdad Bounedjah, Younes Belhanda, Mohamed Omar and Omid Ebrahimi.