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Al Sadd's resolve to reduce the gap against Qatar Stars League<br />
(QSL) points leaders Al Rayyan will be put to the test when the two sides play their annual 'Classico' clash on Thursday.<br />
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Al Rayyan, who have stitched 12 wins in a row, are leading the standings table with a tally of 33 points.<br />
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Al Sadd, who are now playing under a new coach, are in third spot behind second-laced El Jaish with a tally of 21 points.<br />
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Coached by former Al Sadd coach Jorge Fossati, Al Rayyan have demolished all before them this season, remaining unbeaten in 12 matches so far.<br />
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Star striker and captain Rodrigo Tabata last week scored his 12th goal of the season in a game against Al Gharafa. Tabata's digits are the best for the 2015-16 season so far.<br />
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Al Sadd, who brought in Jesualdo Ferreira a little over a week ago, must produce the goods after losing their last two games. Al Sadd were upset by Al Sailya last week.<br />
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The game at Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium on Thursday is expected to draw a full house and fans wanting to be part of the 'Classico' clash have been urged by QSL to arrive early for the 18:30 kick-off.<br />
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Family entertainment zones have been arranged for at the venue, organizers said on Monday. The match - the biggest QSL spectacle this season - will be telecast live on national television.