AFC Champions League Elite Gameweek 6, West
Tractor Sazi 2 - 1 FT Al-Duhail SC
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Futmetrix Verdict
100
FT
Sun, Oct 25
Barcelona
1-2
Real Madrid
⚡ Intensity
68
⚖️ Balance
42
🏆 Stakes
100
🎲 Upset
60
Mbappé breaks El Clásico late
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
B. Bourigeaud 35'
HT
51' S. Khalilzadeh
↓ H. Al Amin ↑I. Mohammed 74'
Luis Alberto 81'
86' ↓ M. Hashemnejad ↑D. Drozdek
86' ↓ O. Khamrobekov ↑M. Shiri
90' A. Hosseinzadeh (D. Esmaeilifar)
90' ↓ M. Torabi ↑M. Kazemayni
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Tractor Sazi
Goalkeepers
Alireza Beiranvand 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Danial Esmaeilifar 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
1
Assists
54%
Pass Acc
Aleksandar Sedlar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shojae Khalilzadeh 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Mohammad Naderi 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.9
Rating
Midfielders
Mehdi Hashemnejad 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Odiljon Hamrobekov 
MAGNET
67
Activity
67
Activity
62
Passes
5
Duels
Tibor Halilović 
ENFORCER
3
Tackles
3
Tackles
4
Duels Won
80%
Win %
Mehdi Torabi 
NPC
89
Minutes
89
Minutes
40%
Pass Acc
6.9
Rating
Forwards
Amirhossein Hosseinzadeh 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
8.2
Rating
Tomislav Štrkalj
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Marko Johansson 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Adib Zarei
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Mehdi Shiri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Milad Kor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sadegh Moharrami
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Faraji
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Igor Postonjski
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Regi Lushkja
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Saeid Karimazar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Domagoj Drožđek
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mehrdad Mohammadi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Masoud Kazemayni
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Al-Duhail SC
Goalkeepers
Bautista Burke
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Youssouf Sabaly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jean-Charles Castelletto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ibrahima Bamba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sultan Al Braik
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Edmilson Junior
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Benjamin Bourigeaud
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Karim Boudiaf
MAGNET
81
Activity
81
Activity
73
Passes
8
Duels
Homam Ahmed
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
74
Entry
Forwards
Krzysztof Piątek
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Luis Alberto 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
BENCH
Arthur Desmas
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Amir Hassan
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Bassam Al-Rawi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ghanem Al Minhali
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ismaeel Mohammad
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luiz Júnior
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Abdullah Al Ahrak
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Aymen
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
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
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Tractor Sazi
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Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Tractor Sazi Grind Out Continental Victory
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 78/100. This hard-fought 2-1 victory at Sahand Arena sees Tractor Sazi solidify their position in the upper echelon of the AFC Champions League table.
Sahand Arena Hosts Attacking Barrage
Sahand Arena provided a scenic yet intense backdrop for this AFC Champions League clash. An Intensity rating of 5.1 was established early as Tractor Sazi looked to impose their rhythm on the visitors from the first whistle. The Iranian side edged possession with 52%, utilizing a high-volume attacking strategy that saw them record 14 total shots throughout the match. This wasn't a game of patient build-up; it was a barrage that turned the pitch into a frantic theater of continental football. The home side's frontline was relentless, constantly probing the flanks and forcing the opposition into deep defensive blocks. Al-Duhail SC struggled to contain the initial waves of pressure, though their defensive unit recorded 19 clearances to keep the scoreline respectable in the opening phase.
The Battle of Clinical Execution
The match reached its turning point through a stark contrast in clinical execution during the middle stages. While both sides combined for a staggering 26 shots, the "Sniper" edge belonged firmly to the hosts. Tractor Sazi managed four shots on target compared to just two from Al-Duhail SC. A Balance score of 2.1 highlights how narrow the margins were, yet Tractor’s ability to maximize their big chances proved the difference. Al-Duhail had their moments, especially on the counter-attack, but their shot accuracy of just 17% left them frustrated in the final third. The Iranian side’s midfield, completing 83% of their 512 passes, controlled the tempo during the most volatile periods of the match, effectively neutralizing the Qatari side's attempts to mount a sustained comeback.
Resolution at Sahand Arena
The final whistle confirmed a 2-1 victory for the home side, a result that carries a Stakes rating of 1.0 but feels far more significant for the group dynamics. For Tractor Sazi, moving to 14 points after seven games cements their status as genuine contenders in the current campaign. Conversely, Al-Duhail SC leaves empty-handed, despite their 250 attacks signaling a high level of effort and intent. The Upset Factor remained at 0.0, suggesting the result followed the expected trajectory given Tractor’s superior form and home advantage. As the visitors head back to Qatar, they will rue their lack of precision in front of goal. Tractor Sazi, meanwhile, can celebrate a performance defined by high work rates and enough offensive spark to secure all three points in front of their vocal supporters.
Key Questions
What was the final score between Tractor Sazi and Al-Duhail?
Tractor Sazi won the match 2-1 at Sahand Arena.
Where did the match take place?
The match was played at Sahand Arena.
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.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
Sahand Arena Braced for High-Stakes Continental Survival
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 36/100. This is a do-or-die scenario where Tractor Sazi aims to cement a direct qualification spot while Al-Duhail SC fights to avoid slipping below the playoff line.
The Setup
As the AFC Champions League reaches a fever pitch on December 22, 2025, Tractor Sazi enters this match in a commanding position. Sitting 3rd in the table, the Iranian side boasts a Form rating of 5.2, fueled by a relentless run of four wins in their last five outings. In contrast, Al-Duhail SC travels to the Sahand Arena with their backs against the wall. A Balance score of 3.5 suggests the Qatari outfit has struggled for consistency, leaking 13 goals in just seven matches. With Stakes measured at 6.0, this encounter is less about tactical elegance and more about survival in the elite bracket.
Key Battle
The outcome will likely be decided by whether Al-Duhail's defensive unit, led by Tuta, can withstand the creative spark of A. Hosseinzadeh. Tractor's attacking spearhead has been clinical, and if B. Soumaré cannot gain control of the midfield engine room for the visitors, K. Piątek may find himself isolated up front. It is a classic confrontation of Tractor’s momentum against Al-Duhail’s desperate need to salvage their continental campaign.
Our Prediction
Tractor Sazi’s home advantage and superior defensive record make them heavy favorites. Expect the hosts to dictate the tempo early, utilizing the narrow pitch to stifle Al-Duhail’s transitions. While the visitors possess individual quality, the low Stars rating of 2.3 suggests a lack of game-changing depth on the bench. We expect a hard-fought 2-1 victory for the home side, securing their place in the next round.