Preview: Al-Gharafa and Al-Ahly Clash in Expo Stars League Match

Al-Gharafa will face off against Al-Ahly in a crucial match on Saturday at Thani Bin Jassim Stadium. Both teams are eager to secure a win and snatch three valuable points as they resume competition after the Asian Cup break.

Al-Gharafa, currently in third place with 27 points, is determined to claim victory over Al-Ameed to climb higher in the standings and stay in the title race. On the other hand, Al-Ahly, sitting in ninth place with 12 points, aims to move up the table and reach safety.

Al-Ahly strengthened its squad with the addition of Uruguayan defender Ramon Arias during the break. The team, under coach Peder Miguel, relies heavily on standout players like Omar Sekou and Yazan Al-Naamiyyat, who have been in excellent form recently.

The team had solid preparation for the league’s restart, engaging in challenging friendly matches, including a victory over Al-Wakrah. Al-Gharafa heads into the upcoming clash with high morale after impressive performances in recent league matches.

Led by top scorer Yassine Brahimi, Al-Gharafa boasts a talented squad including Akram Afif and Ferjani Sassi. The team played several friendly matches during the break, aiming to fine-tune their skills and team cohesion.

Additionally, the team welcomed back Serbian player Lianko from injury, strengthening their roster for the remaining matches of the season. The match promises to be a thrilling showdown between two determined sides seeking valuable points in the ongoing league campaign.

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