AFC Champions League League Phase West - 6
Al Sadd 4 - 2 FT Shabab Al Ahli Dubai
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
6' ↓ A. Suhail ↑T. Salman
Bogdan Planić 17'
HT
↓ G. Alvarez ↑N. Maksimovic 46'
F. Cartabia (M. Seifi) 47'
↓ Yuri Cesar ↑Y. Al Ghassani 61'
68' Pedro Miguel
70' ↓ P. Prim ↑R. Mujica
Y. Al Ghassani 70'
75' R. Mujica (A. Afif)
Kauan Santos 76'
↓ M. Seifi ↑I. Gomes 77'
↓ Breno ↑S. Ezatolahi 77'
81' ↓ Giovani ↑H. Ali
↓ F. Cartabia ↑Mateus Henrique 82'
90' T. Salman (Roberto Firmino)
90' R. Mujica
90' R. Mujica (A. Afif)
90'+11 Rafa Mújica
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Al Sadd
Goalkeepers
M. Barsham 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Pedro Miguel 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6
Rating
B. Khoukhi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Suhail
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
6
Entry
Paulo Otavio 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
34%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
P. Prim
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
A. Soria
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Giovani 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Claudinho
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
A. Afif
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
2
Assists
37%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Roberto Firmino
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
18%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Y. Abdullla 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
K. Haider Dib
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
T. Salman 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
6.9
Rating
A. Bakri Al Ameen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. S. Al-Mughanni
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Asad
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Waad
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Meshaal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Al Yazidi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Ali
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Mujica
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Shabab Al Ahli Dubai
Defenders
Kauan Santos
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
40%
Pass Acc
B. Planic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Renan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Seifi 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
Midfielders
H. Al Meqebaali
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
F. Cartabia 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
G. Alvarez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Breno
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Guilherme
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Yuri Cesar
STORMTROOPER
4
Shots
4
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Mateusao
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
H. Hamza
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
I. Gomes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mateus Henrique
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Ezatolahi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Garcia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Maksimovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Al Ghassani 
SUPER SUB
1
Goal
1
Goal
29
Minutes
6.6
Rating
M. Dabbur
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Al Mansouri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Adil
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Thiago
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Adyson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
League Standings
P: 6 GD: +10
P: 6 GD: +8
P: 6 GD: +11
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 6 GD: +1
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +1
P: 6 GD: -7
P: 6 GD: -5
P: 6 GD: -3
P: 6 GD: -15
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
Al Sadd Outgun Shabab Al Ahli in Doha
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 50/100. A clinical attacking display at Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium saw Al Sadd secure a vital victory to reignite their continental campaign.
Early Fireworks in Doha
The match at Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium burst into life immediately, as both sides traded blows in an opening phase defined by relentless offensive intent. An Intensity rating of 9.7 reflects the breathless tempo that gripped the pitch from the outset. Al Sadd took the initiative, using their home advantage to pepper the opposition goal with a total of 20 shots throughout the contest. The visitors, Shabab Al Ahli Dubai, refused to sit back, contributing to a combined barrage of 32 shots that turned the encounter into a genuine six-goal classic. The early exchanges set the tone for a match where defensive caution was discarded in favour of pure entertainment.
The Tactical Pivot
As the first half progressed, Al Sadd controlled possession with a 57% share, effectively dictating the rhythm of the game. This dominance allowed them to create consistent openings, hitting the target seven times. However, Shabab Al Ahli Dubai remained a constant threat on the counter-attack, fashioning 4 big chances despite having less of the ball. The Balance score of 1.7 suggests that while the scoreline remained competitive for long stretches, the territorial advantage sat firmly with the hosts. The Emirati side struggled to contain the wave of attacks coming from the Al Sadd midfield, which successfully completed 85% of their 486 passes to maintain pressure.
Resolution in the Desert
The final phase saw the Qatari side pull away, capitalising on their superior shot volume to secure the 4-2 result. While the Stakes were high for both clubs seeking to improve their standing in the AFC Champions League, it was the clinical edge of the Al Sadd frontline that proved decisive. For Shabab Al Ahli Dubai, the defeat is a bitter pill to swallow after creating several high-quality opportunities, but their four yellow cards hinted at a frustration that grew as the match slipped away. This victory moves Al Sadd up the table, providing a much-needed boost to their morale after a mixed run of form in recent weeks.
Key Questions
What caused the 6-goal thriller?
A relentless Intensity rating of 9.7 and a massive 32 total shots created a non-stop attacking environment that favoured the clinical finishing of Al Sadd.
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.
Survival of the Shakiest in Doha
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 43/100. This encounter is a desperate scramble for defensive stability as two of the region's most inconsistent backlines fight to secure their path toward the knockout stages.
The Setup
As the AFC Champions League league stage reaches its critical sixth round, Al Sadd find themselves in a precarious position. Sitting 8th in the West region, their recent Form has been a cause for concern, enduring three consecutive defeats before finding some rhythm. They welcome Shabab Al Ahli Dubai to the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium on December 23, 2025, in what is effectively a six-pointer for direct qualification positioning. While the Stakes remain high for the knockout race, a low Balance score suggests this match will be dictated by errors rather than tactical masterclasses. Both teams have shown a recurring inability to shut the back door, with a combined average of over four goals conceded per game.
Key Battle
The decisive factor will be the transition game between the home side's creative midfield and the visitors' opportunistic counter-attack. Without a dominant defensive anchor on either side, the space between the lines will be vast. Akram Afif and Claudinho will look to exploit a Shabab Al Ahli defense that has conceded 2.7 goals per game on the road, while the visitors will rely on the clinical finishing of S. Azmoun to punish any lapses in the Al Sadd rearguard. It is a match where the Stars on the pitch must outshine the tactical flaws of their respective defensive units.
Our Prediction
Expect a chaotic, end-to-end affair where structure is sacrificed for desperation. Al Sadd's home advantage will be offset by their recent fragility, while Shabab Al Ahli's road woes make a clean sheet unlikely. The game will likely unfold as a series of trading blows, resulting in a high-scoring 2-2 draw that leaves both sides sweating on their final placement in the top 24.