AFC Champions League Elite Gameweek 7, West
Tractor Sazi 0 - 2 FT Al Sadd
Popular today
Most read in the last 24 hours
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
24' ↓ M. Torabi ↑R. Lushkja
↓ Giovani ↑H. Ali 28'
HT
57' Regi Lushkja
R. Mujica (A. Afif) 61'
Mohamed Camara 64'
71' ↓ M. Hashemnejad ↑T. Strkalj
72' ↓ O. Khamrobekov ↑M. Shiri
↓ R. Mujica ↑H. Al Haydos 78'
↓ M. Camara ↑A. Soria 78'
84' ↓ T. Halilovic ↑M. Hosseini
Roberto Firmino (Claudinho) 89'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Tractor Sazi
Goalkeepers
Alireza Beiranvand 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
D. Esmaeilifar 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
34%
Pass Acc
Aleksandar Sedlar 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Shojae Khalilzadeh 
ENFORCER
3
Tackles
3
Tackles
5
Duels Won
71%
Win %
Mohammad Naderi
ENFORCER
3
Tackles
3
Tackles
4
Duels Won
80%
Win %
Midfielders
Mehdi Hashemnejad
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
Tibor Halilović 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Odiljon Hamrobekov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
72
Total Mins
72
Entry
Mehdi Torabi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
24
Entry
Forwards
Amirhossein Hosseinzadeh
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Domagoj Drožđek
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
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Milad Kor
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
Seyed Mehdi Hosseini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Regi Lushkja
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Saeid Karimazar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tomislav Štrkalj
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Khorrami
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
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
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Al Sadd
Goalkeepers
Meshaal Barsham
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Tarek Salman
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Pedro Miguel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Boualem Khoukhi 
MAGNET
96
Activity
96
Activity
93
Passes
3
Duels
Paulo Otávio 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
75%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
R. Mujica
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Mohamed Camara
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
Claudinho
MAGNET
90
Activity
90
Activity
78
Passes
12
Duels
Giovani
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Roberto Firmino 
CLUTCH HERO
89
Goal Time
89
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.2
Rating
Akram Afif
ARCHITECT
12
Key Passes
12
Key Passes
1
Assists
53%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Saad Al Sheeb
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Yousef Abdulla
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Younes El Hannach
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Romain Saïss
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ahmed Suhail
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Abdulrahman Bakri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ali Assadalla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Anas Abdulsalam
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Agustín Soria
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Abdullah Al Yazidi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hassan Al Haydos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hashim Ali
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +10
P: 7 GD: +11
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +10
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: -1
P: 7 GD: -7
P: 7 GD: -12
P: 7 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
Tractor Sazi
Al Sadd
Tractor Sazi
Al Sadd
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Clinical Al Sadd Overpower Tractor Sazi in Doha
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 20/100. Al Sadd's tactical superiority and relentless attacking pressure proved too much for a Tractor Sazi side that struggled to transition effectively under heavy fire.
The Tactical Stranglehold
The encounter at the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium began with a clear tactical divide that dictated the tempo from the opening kick. Despite being the designated hosts, Tractor Sazi were immediately pushed onto the back foot as Al Sadddominated possession with a commanding 61% share. The Qatari giants moved the ball with surgical precision, recording a 90% pass accuracy that left their opponents chasing shadows. While the Intensity rating of 3.8 suggests a game of measured build-up, the sheer volume of pressure was mounting. The Tractor Sazi defence was forced into a low block early on, desperately trying to survive a barrage of 23 shots that frequently breached their penalty area, testing their resolve in every phase of play.
Pressure Into Points
As the match progressed, the Balance of the contest tipped further in favour of the visitors. The "High shot volume" narrative became the defining feature of the second phase, as Al Sadd's frontline found repeated joy in the final third. A combined total of 32 shots across the match turned the pitch into a shooting gallery, yet "Goalkeeper heroics" from the Tractor Sazi shot-stopper—who produced 5 vital saves—initially kept the scoreline respectable. However, with an xG of 3.03, the breakthrough for Al Sadd felt inevitable. The Stakes of this continental clash demanded a moment of clinical quality, which arrived when the visitors finally exploited a lapse in the Iranian side's concentration to secure their lead and silence the home contingent.
The Final Reckoning
In the closing stages, Tractor Sazi attempted to mount a late charge, but their efforts lacked the necessary "Sniper" edge to trouble the Al Sadd backline. With 11 corners in total, the "Set-piece pressure" remained a constant threat, ensuring the momentum never truly shifted back to the hosts. The Al Sadd goalkeeper remained alert to maintain a clean sheet, contributing to the 9 total saves recorded in a busy night for both number ones. The 0-2 result reflects a significant shift in form; while Tractor Sazi had enjoyed a four-match winning streak, this defeat highlights the step up in quality required for elite competition. For Al Sadd, this performance serves as a massive statement of intent as they climb the group standings.
Key Questions
What was the final score between Tractor Sazi and Al Sadd?
Al Sadd won the match 0-2 away at the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium.
Which team dominated the statistics?
Al Sadd dominated with 61% possession and 23 total shots compared to Tractor Sazi's 9.
How many saves were made during the match?
The goalkeepers were busy, making a combined total of 9 saves throughout the game.
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.
Continental Survival on the Line in Doha
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 57/100. While Tractor Sazi enters with superior league standing, Al Sadd's individual quality at Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium makes this a defining moment for their continental ambitions.
The Setup
As we approach February 10, 2026, the Tractor Sazi camp arrives in Qatar boasting an impressive run of four wins in five matches. Sitting 3rd in the West region, the Iranian side has shown remarkable defensive solidity. However, the Stakes score of 6.0 reflects the growing pressure of the league phase's final rounds. For Al Sadd, the narrative is different; despite sitting in 8th place, they carry a 54.1% win probability. The presence of Akram Afif and Claudinho provides a Stars rating that Tractor Sazi’s collective unit must neutralize to maintain their top-eight security.
Key Battle
This match will be decided in the transition zones. Tractor Sazi’s disciplined back line, led by their tactical rigidity, faces a relentless Qatari midfield looking to exploit any spatial gaps. The visitors' Balance rating of 7.7 suggests they have the structural integrity to frustrate Al Sadd, but the individual brilliance of the Qatari attackers often defies tactical mapping in knockout-style scenarios. If Tractor Sazi can bypass the initial Al Sadd press to find A. Hosseinzadeh in space, the narrative could shift rapidly.
Our Prediction
Expect a cagey opening where Tractor Sazi absorbs significant pressure. Al Sadd will dominate possession, looking to use their creative engine room to pick the lock. While the home side’s Form rating of 5.2 suggests some inconsistency, their history in must-win continental ties usually brings out their best. We expect a narrow 2-1 victory for Al Sadd, secured via a late piece of individual magic that exploits a tired Iranian defense in the final fifteen minutes.