Suhaim Bin Hamad Stadium of Qatar SC will host the 2024-2025 season Ooredoo Stars League Week 16 match between Al Shahania and Umm Salal on Sunday, February 23, 2025. The kick-off is at 4.45pm.
Both teams approach the match with a shared ambition to secure three points, creating an atmosphere of anticipation and excitement surrounding the encounter.
Al Shahania, following their significant victory over Al Rayyan in the previous round, have elevated their tally to 20 points, placing them in fifth position. They aim to maintain their winning streak to solidify their standing and enhance their chances of competing for higher rankings.
Conversely, Umm Salal find themselves in a challenging predicament this season, having endured their ninth defeat in the competition against Al Sadd in the last round, leaving them with 14 points in 11th place.
Umm Salal know that any further setbacks could exacerbate their situation, necessitating a victory to rejuvenate their aspirations and distance themselves from the relegation zone.
It is anticipated that Al Shahania coach Jose Murcia will depend on the key players who have previously made a significant impact, leveraging the positive morale of his squad. Meanwhile, the coach of Umm Salal will seek effective offensive strategies to achieve a favourable outcome.
Umm Salal had won 4-2 in the first leg.