Al Wakrah and Al Shamal will lock horns at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium of Al Rayyan club in Week 18 of 2025-2026 season Doha Bank Stars League on Thursday, March 12, 2026. The kick-off is at 9.30pm.

Al Wakrah enter the match in seventh place in the standings with 23 points. They hope to return to winning ways after their 1-3 loss to Al Sadd in the 16th round and their 2-2 draw with Umm Salal in the 17th round.

Meanwhile, Al Shamal enter the match in third place with 31 points from 16 matches. They are looking for another victory and aiming to maintain their strong position in the competition for the top spots.

The match is of great importance to both teams. Al Wakrah are looking to improve their results and move closer to the top positions, while Al Shamal hope  to continue their positive run and remain in contention for the title in one of the most anticipated matches of Week 18.