AFC Champions League League Phase West - 3
Al-Ahli Jeddah 4 - 0 FT Al-Gharafa
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
↓ F. Diaz ↑M. Holgate 30'
32' E. Millot (Matheus Goncalves)
38' F. Kessie (Matheus Goncalves)
41' F. Kessie (R. Mahrez)
44' Merih Demiral
HT
↓ A. Gunnarsson ↑M. Muntari 46'
Ayoub Al Oui 63'
65' ↓ R. Mahrez ↑S. Abu Al Shamat
↓ Joselu ↑F. Coman 67'
71' Enzo Millot
72' ↓ F. Kessie ↑Z. Al Hawsawi
72' ↓ M. Dams ↑Z. Al Johani
72' ↓ E. Millot ↑F. Al Buraikan
76' S. Abu Al Shamat (I. Toney)
81' ↓ M. Demiral ↑M. Sulaiman
↓ S. Fadlalla ↑J. Hamed 88'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Al-Ahli Jeddah
Goalkeepers
E. Mendy 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
A. Majrashi 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
29%
Pass Acc
M. Demiral 
LATE SHIFT
9
Late Mins
9
Late Mins
81
Total Mins
81
Entry
M. Dams
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
72
Total Mins
72
Entry
Midfielders
R. Hamidou
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
F. Kessie 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
8.9
Rating
V. Atangana
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
10
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
R. Mahrez 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.9
Rating
E. Millot 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Matheus Goncalves
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
2
Assists
26%
Pass Acc
Forwards
I. Toney
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
6.6
Rating
BENCH
A. Al Sanbi 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Abdo
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Z. Al Hawsawi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Sulaiman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Abdulrahman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. I. Al Khaibari
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Al Muwallad
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Z. Al Johani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Abu Al Shamat 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
F. Al Buraikan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Al Rashidi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Al Zubaidi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Al-Gharafa
Defenders
Jang Hyun-Soo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Sano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Fadlalla 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
A. B. Khalifa
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Al Oui
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Gunnarsson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
A. Al Ganehi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Diaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
30
Entry
F. Sassi 
MAGNET
80
Activity
80
Activity
64
Passes
16
Duels
Y. Brahimi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Joselu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
67
Entry
BENCH
C. Lecomte
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
D. Traore
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Ismaeil
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. A. Al-Ali
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Holgate
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
C. Abdulnasir
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Surag
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Muntari
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Coman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Djalo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Hamed
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
2
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Boussafi
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/02/2025 | Al-Ahli Jeddah | 4 - 2 | Al-Gharafa | AFC Champions League | Al Inma Bank Stadium at King Abdullah Sport City |
| 13/03/2018 | Al-Ahli Jeddah | 1 - 1 | Al-Gharafa | AFC Champions League | King Abdullah Sports City |
| 05/03/2018 | Al-Gharafa | 1 - 1 | Al-Ahli Jeddah | AFC Champions League | Al Gharafa Stadium |
17/02/2025
13/03/2018
05/03/2018
Al-Ahli Jeddah Win
Al-Gharafa Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 3 GD: +4
P: 3 GD: +6
P: 3 GD: +4
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +5
P: 3 GD: -4
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -5
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +11
P: 8 GD: +12
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +13
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -8
P: 8 GD: -14
P: 8 GD: -14
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Clinical Al-Ahli Crush Al-Gharafa at Alinma
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 26/100. A ruthless display of finishing from the Saudi giants keeps their continental momentum surging while leaving the visitors struggling at the bottom of the table.
The Efficiency Gap in Jeddah
The encounter at the Alinma Stadium began with a deceptive rhythm, as Al-Gharafa attempted to establish early control by retaining the ball. Despite the visitors recording 52% possession throughout the match, they lacked the incisive edge required to penetrate a disciplined Al-Ahli Jeddah defensive line. The Balance score of 0.0 reflects a contest that quickly became one-sided as the hosts waited for the perfect moments to strike. While the Qatari side moved the ball through the middle third with 456 total passes, their inability to translate possession into danger was evident from the start. Al-Ahli, meanwhile, remained patient, looking to exploit the spaces left by a high-pressing but ultimately vulnerable visiting midfield.
The Clinical Surge
The momentum shifted irrevocably as the Al-Ahli Jeddah frontline turned the match into a shooting gallery. An Intensity rating of 5.6 captures a game that was played at a controlled tempo but punctuated by bursts of lethal attacking quality. Al-Ahli registered 12 shots in total, but it was their accuracy that truly stood out, forcing the Al-Gharafa goalkeeper into five saves while finding the back of the net four times. The efficiency was staggering; whereas the visitors managed only a single shot on target from their five attempts, the hosts were nearly perfect in their execution. This clinical nature effectively killed the contest before the final whistle, turning a potentially competitive fixture into a statement of dominance for the Jeddah-based side.
Continental Implications
As the final whistle blew at the Alinma Stadium, the 4-0 scoreline felt like a fair reflection of the tactical disparity on display. With a Stakes score of 1.0, this victory cements Al-Ahli Jeddah in second place with 14 points, keeping them firmly in the hunt for the top spot. For Al-Gharafa, the defeat is a damaging blow that leaves them in 10th position with only two wins from seven matches. The Upset Factor of 0.0 indicates that the result followed the expected trajectory of two teams in vastly different runs of form. Al-Ahli now look forward with confidence, having showcased a level of precision that few in the AFC Champions League can currently match, while the visitors face a difficult road to recovery.
Key Questions
Who won the match between Al-Ahli Jeddah and Al-Gharafa?
Al-Ahli Jeddah won the match 4-0 at the Alinma Stadium.
How did the possession stats compare?
Al-Gharafa controlled 52% of possession, but Al-Ahli Jeddah was more clinical with 9 shots on target.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
A Gulf Divide at Alinma Stadium
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 48/100. Al-Ahli Jeddah look to cement their status in the AFC Champions League top eight by exploiting an Al-Gharafa side that is currently leaking goals at an alarming rate.
The Setup
On October 20, 2025, the mission for Al-Ahli Jeddah is clear: survive and advance. Sitting comfortably in 2nd place with a strong Form rating of 6.6, the hosts are heavy favourites. Their attacking output, bolstered by the presence of I. Toney and Galeno, faces a visiting side in total disarray. Al-Gharafa has conceded a staggering 4.2 goals per match on average this season, contributing to a low Balance score of 2.8 for this fixture. While the Stakes are high for those chasing direct qualification, the wide gap in quality between these two rosters suggests a mismatch in the making.
Key Battle
The defining conflict will occur between Al-Ahli's high-pressing front line and Al-Gharafa’s retreating defensive block. The visitors have struggled to maintain structural integrity when forced deep, often leaving vast gaps between their midfield and back four. If the home side’s creative hub, led by E. Millot, can exploit these spaces early, it could be a long night for the Qatari outfit. Al-Gharafa will rely on quick transitions to feed Álvaro Djaló, but their lack of defensive solidity remains the primary concern.
Our Prediction
Everything points to a dominant home victory. Al-Ahli's Stars rating might not be at its peak, but the clinical nature of their forward line is perfect for dismantling a defence that has lost four of its last five games. Expect Al-Ahli to dictate the tempo, scoring twice before the break and coasting to a 3-1 win that keeps them firmly in the hunt for the top seeds.