Al Gharafa are set to engage in a highly-important match against Al Ahli of Saudi Arabia in the eighth round of 2024-2025 season AFC Champions League Elite (West) at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah on Monday, February 17, 2025. The kick-off is at 9pm.

Al Gharafa aim to secure a victory to guarantee their advancement to the next round, thereby avoiding any complications with the teams trailing them in the standings. The Cheetahs are determined to perform well in this highly-competitive and thrilling match.

Currently, Al Gharafa hold the seventh position in the standings, having accumulated seven points from two victories against Al Ain of the UAE and Pakhtakor of Uzbekistan along with a draw against Persepolis of Iran. However, they have also faced defeats against Esteghlal of Iran, Al Wasl of the UAE, Al Nassr and Al Hilal, both of Saudi Arabia.

Conversely, Al Ahli are positioned second with 19 points, sharing the same total as Al Hilal of Saudi Arabia, who lead the table based on goal difference.

This match presents an opportunity for Al Gharafa to enhance their standing in the league, with their primary objective being to achieve victory and progress to the Round of 16 in the tournament.

It is important to note that the top-eight clubs from each zone qualify for the Round of 16, followed by the quarterfinals in Saudi Arabia from April 25 to May 4, 2025.