The Khalifa International Stadium will host Al Duhail’s match against Iranian side Sepahan on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, in the preliminary stage of AFC Champions League Elite. The kick-off is at 7pm.

Al Duhail are seeking a strong start to the 2025-2026 season by winning and qualifying for the group stage of the continent’s premier club tournament. The Red Knights hope to write a new chapter of Asian success under Algerian Djamel Belmadi, who has previously coached them to numerous domestic titles.

Al Duhail have strengthened their ranks with a number of strong signings to bolster their chances this season, most notably Italian star Marco Verratti and young Algerian striker Adil Boulbina along with Senegalese Youssouf Sabaly, Polish striker Krzysztof Piatek and Brazilian Lucas Silva Melo, known as ‘Tuta’.

The match is a crucial test for Al Duhail, who aspire to make a strong presence on the Asian stage this season.