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Al Rayyan storm into Gulf Champions League final
Al Rayyan booked their place in the Gulf Club Champions League final with a 2-0 victory over Kuwait’s Al Qadsia at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium on Sunday.Roger Guedes opened the scoring in the 17th minute with a brilliant solo effort, weaving past defenders before firing past goalkeeper Hameed Al Qal
Al Rayyan crowned champions of 2025-2026 season QSL Cup
Al Rayyan won the 2025-2026 season QSL Cup by beating Muaither 2-0 in the final at Stadium 974 on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.Mr. Hassan Jumaa Al Mohannadi, a member of Executive Committee of Qatar Stars League and also Qatar Football Association, along with Dr. Saleh Al Aji, Preside
Qatar Stars League CEO congratulates Al Rayyan on QSL Cup triumph
Mr. Hani Taleb Ballan, CEO of Qatar Stars League (QSL), congratulated Al Rayyan on winning 2025-2026 season QSL Cup, praising the outstanding performance they displayed throughout the tournament. He also hailed the club management, fans, players, and technical and administrative staff on the w
Technical Meeting for QSL Cup final
As part of preparations for 2025-2026 season QSL Cup final, which will pit Al Rayyan against Muaither on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 7pm at Stadium 974, the Qatar Stars League (QSL) held the pre-match Technical Meeting. Representatives of QSL, including Mr. Ahmed Salman Al Adsani, Director o
QSL Cup final Press Conference – Al Rayyan
“We are extremely happy to be playing in the final, which is of great importance to us, as we aim to win our first title of the season. We have high-calibre players in every position, I have strong confidence in my players to secure the victory and lift the trophy.“I consider myself fortunate
Al Rayyan, Muaither in battle for QSL Cup
Al Rayyan and Muaither will face off at 7pm on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at Stadium 974 in the final of 2025-2026 season QSL Cup.The teams will be vying for victory and the championship. A thrilling and highly-competitive match is expected, given that both sides are determined to claim the ti
Doha Bank Stars League Week 21: Al Rayyan 3 - 0 Umm Salal
Al Rayyan handed Umm Salal a 3-0 defeat in Week 21 of 2025-2026 season Doha Bank Stars League at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium on Wednesday.Brazilian Roger Guedes scored a brace (32 minute and 90+6 minute) after Rodrigo Moreno had provided them the breakthrough in the 28th minute of the matc
I’ve great confidence in the team ahead of Umm Salal match: Al Rayyan coach Moreno
Al Rayyan coach Vicente Moreno spoke to the media ahead of their 2025-2026 Doha Bank Stars League Week 21 match against Umm Salal.“We drew against Al Sadd, and of course, securing the draw in the final minutes was crucial. Al Sadd are a very good team, but Al Rayyan’s ambitions are high. Ultim
Doha Bank Stars League Week 21: Al Rayyan vs Umm Salal
Al Rayyan and Umm Salal will face off in Week 21 of 2025-2026 season Doha Bank Stars League at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. The kick-off is at 6.30pm.Al Rayyan are placed in fourth in the standings with 32 points and would be aiming for a victory in pursuit of higher
Update on QSL Cup final
The Qatar Stars League has updated the schedule of 2025-2026 season QSL Cup final, which will pit Al Rayyan against Muaither. The match is now set to take place on April 16, 2026, at 7pm at Stadium 974.View the schedule
Upcoming matches
Results
| QSL Cup |
15/04/2026
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| Doha Bank Stars League |
08/04/2026
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| Doha Bank Stars League |
04/04/2026
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| QSL Cup |
28/03/2026
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| QSL Cup |
24/03/2026
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MATCHES PLAYED21
Wins10
loses6
DRAW MATCHES5
Goals42
GOALS CONCEDED32
Established: 1967
President: H E Sheikh Al Qaqa bin Hamad Al Thani
Nick Name: The Lions
Titles
The League:
1975-76, 1977-78, 1981-82, 1983-84, 1985-86, 1989-90, 1994-95, 2015-16
Qatar Cup:
1995, 1996, 2001, 2012
history
Al Rayyan were established in 1967 after the merging of old Al Rayyan and Al Nusoor sports clubs. The Lions, as they are nicknamed, have enjoyed a trophy-laden past and have won the league championship eight times.
Al Rayyan last lifted the league shield in the 2015-16 season, which was their first title in 21 years.
Al Rayyan have a large and passionate fan base, and are a regular presence in all tournaments. They have a special place in Qatar football and contributed a huge number of players to various national teams.
Coach
Vicente Moreno
Date of Birth:28/10/1974
Spanish coach Vicente Moreno took over Al Rayyan in the 2025-2026 season, succeeding Portuguese Artur Jorge. His contract runs until 2028, as announced by the club, following a stint with Al Wakrah since the beginning of season.
Moreno has a distinguished coaching career, having coached several prominent clubs including Osasuna and gained experience in the Gulf region, having trained Al Shabab in Saudi Arabia. He has also coached Real Mallorca, Gimnastic and Xerez in Spain.
Moreno began his coaching career with the youth teams of Valencia in July, 1995, and later moved to Guadix, Xerez and Real Mallorca.
Team
Goalkeeper
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