AFC Champions League League Phase West - 5
Al Wahda FC 3 - 1 FT Al Sadd
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Mohamed Camara 29'
32' Lucas Pimenta
↓ Roberto Firmino ↑R. Mujica 33'
Claudinho 45'
HT
46' ↓ M. Ghorbani ↑F. Kruspzky
46' ↓ L. Pimenta Peres Lopes ↑A. Abdullah
↓ Guilherme ↑A. Soria 46'
55' D. Tadic (A. Abdullah)
↓ Giovani ↑Y. Atal 65'
↓ M. Camara ↑P. Prim 65'
66' D. Tadic (O. M. Khribin)
84' ↓ Jadsom ↑M. Dehghan
84' ↓ B. Diarra ↑Caio Canedo
87' Caio Canedo (D. Tadic)
↓ T. Salman ↑A. Asad 88'
Claudinho 90'
90'+2 ↓ A. Hamad ↑S. Ivkovic
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Al Wahda FC
Goalkeepers
M. Al Shamsi 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
A. Zouhir 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
3
Fouls
6.9
Rating
L. Pimenta Peres Lopes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
F. I. Ogbu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
R. Amaral
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Hamad
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Jadsom 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
B. Diarra
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
M. Ghorbani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
D. Tadic 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
3
On Target
9.7
Rating
Forwards
O. M. Khribin 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
22%
Pass Acc
BENCH
S. Ivkovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Guga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Abaelaziz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Folha
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Trayi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Kruspzky
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Caio Canedo 
CLUTCH HERO
87
Goal Time
87
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.6
Rating
Z. Ahmed
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
H. Shebab
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
M. Dehghan
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Abdullah
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Pradas
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Al Sadd
Goalkeepers
M. Barsham 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
T. Salman 
SUNDAY LEAGUER
5.9
Rating
5.9
Rating
1
Duels Lost
25
Poss Lost
A. Suhail
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Saiss 
MAGNET
91
Activity
91
Activity
84
Passes
7
Duels
Paulo Otavio
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
M. Camara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Guilherme
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Giovani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Claudinho 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
A. Afif
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Roberto Firmino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
33
Entry
BENCH
S. Al Sheeb 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Y. Abdullla
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Pedro Miguel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Atal
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
B. Khoukhi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Asad
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
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
P. Prim 
ENFORCER
3
Tackles
3
Tackles
3
Duels Won
75%
Win %
A. Soria
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Ali
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Mujica
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
League Standings
P: 5 GD: +9
P: 5 GD: +6
P: 5 GD: +7
P: 5 GD: +6
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: -6
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: -6
P: 5 GD: -5
P: 5 GD: -10
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
Efficiency Trumps Possession at Al Nahyan
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 35/100. Al Wahda FC’s clinical finishing dismantled Al Sadd’s possession-heavy approach in a definitive continental display.
Tactical Contrast at Al Nahyan
The atmosphere at Al Nahyan Stadium was charged as Al Wahda FC welcomed Al Sadd for a pivotal AFC Champions League encounter. From the outset, the tactical contrast was stark. Al Sadd looked to dictate the tempo, utilizing their technical proficiency to maintain a high share of the ball. However, an Intensity score of 6.6 tells the story of a match defined by verticality rather than sterile possession. While the Qatari side controlled 60% of the ball, they found themselves frequently frustrated by a disciplined defensive block. The home side, Al Wahda FC, remained patient, inviting pressure before launching lightning-fast breaks. This early phase was a high-octane chess match where every misplaced pass from the visitors felt like an invitation for a counter-attack, setting a frantic tone for the evening.
The Pivot of Clinical Execution
The match swung decisively on the efficiency of the finishing in the final third. Despite Al Sadd dominating the ball and recording over 500 passes, their Balance rating of 1.5 highlights a significant disconnect between their midfield control and productivity. They registered 13 shots but managed a mere 2 on target, a profligacy that proved fatal under the continental lights. In contrast, Al Wahda FC were clinical, turning their 40% possession into a barrage of 17 shots, with 8 testing the goalkeeper. This high shot volume narrative defined the middle period of the match. The turning point arrived when the Emirati side successfully exploited gaps in a stretched Al Sadd defense, proving that quality of chances far outweighs the quantity of passes in elite competition.
Resolution and Continental Implications
As the final whistle blew, the gulf in execution was the primary takeaway from Al Nahyan Stadium. With Stakes rated at 1.0, this 3-1 victory provides a significant boost to Al Wahda FC as they continue their climb up the table, recording their fourth win of the campaign. For Al Sadd, the result marks a worrying third consecutive defeat, leaving them languishing in the lower half of the standings with a negative goal difference. The lack of an Upset factor (0.0) confirms that the better-prepared side on the day took the points. Al Wahda FC’s ability to generate 30 combined shots in the match showcased a relentless attacking intent that the visitors simply could not match. Moving forward, Al Sadd must address their inability to convert possession into genuine threats.
Key Questions
How many total shots were recorded in the match?
A combined total of 30 shots were attempted, with 10 hitting the target.
Which team had more possession?
Al Sadd dominated possession with 60% but failed to convert it into goals.
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 Instincts at Al Nahyan Stadium
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 47/100. This clash serves as a pivot point for both clubs as they navigate the thin margin between direct qualification and the playoff line.
The Setup
As the AFC Champions League League Phase reaches its fifth round, Al Wahda FC enters this fixture in a position of strength. Sitting 4th in the standings, the UAE outfit has built a solid foundation with three consecutive wins, reflected in a Form rating of 6.2. At the Al Nahyan Stadium, they will look to exploit an Al Sadd side that has looked vulnerable, losing three of their last five matches. Despite the visitors' domestic pedigree, their continental campaign is stuttering, leaving them fighting to stay above the top-24 playoff line.
Key Battle
The outcome will likely be decided in the engine room. Jadsom Silva provides the defensive anchor for the hosts, tasking himself with neutralizing the creative threat of Akram Afif. If Lucas Pimenta can maintain his defensive discipline against Claudinho and M. Camara, Al Wahda will have the platform to dictate play. A Balance score of 3.4 suggests that while neither team is perfectly tuned, Al Wahda's recent consistency gives them the edge in tactical execution.
Our Prediction
Expect a cagey affair where the Stakes of 6.0 dictate a cautious approach early on. Al Wahda's superior defensive record should allow them to weather any early Al Sadd pressure. We anticipate a 2-1 victory for the home side, with F. Kruspzky likely playing a decisive role in transitions. Al Sadd's lack of defensive cohesion will ultimately be their undoing in Abu Dhabi.