Umm Salal will clash with rivals Al Sadd in Week 15 of the 2024-2025 season Ooredoo Stars League at the Grand Hamad Stadium of Al Arabi club on Friday, February 7, 2025. The kick-off is at 6.45 pm.
Umm Salal are currently experiencing a challenging phase, having endured three consecutive losses, to Al Rayyan, Al Shamal and Al Duhail. Positioned in 10th place with 14 points, Umm Salal face a significant challenge as they strive to secure a positive outcome in their upcoming match.
Conversely, Al Sadd, the reigning champions, enter the match in second place with 28 points, tied on goal difference with Al Gharafa and Al Ahli, who occupy the third and fourth position respectively. Al Sadd recently regained their momentum with a 3-1 victory over Al Arabi in the previous round.
The outcome of this match is crucial for both teams; Al Sadd aim to maintain their winning streak, while Umm Salal are determined to perform at their best to achieve a favourable result.
Umm Salal are expected to be a formidable opponent, bolstered by the readiness of key players such as Marouane Louadni and Kenji Gorre. The team is eager to showcase their capabilities and secure a positive result.
Under the guidance of Spanish coach Felix Sanchez, Al Sadd are focused on continuing their winning ways, accumulating points and closing the gap on league leaders Al Duhail.
The title holders will field a full squad, with the exception of Spanish striker Rafa Mujica, sidelined due to injury.
The reverse fixture had concluded, with Umm Salal winning 3-1 in the match held at Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium of Al Sadd club.