Al Rayyan to Face Umm Salal in the Expo Stars League: Match Preview

Al Rayyan prepares to face Umm Salal at the Ahmed Bin Ali Stadium in the Expo Stars League competition for the 2023-2024 season. The match, scheduled for Tuesday, March 12, 2024, is anticipated to draw a fervent crowd following Al Rayyan’s recent surge in form, securing second place in the standings.

Under the guidance of coach Leonardo Jardim, Al Rayyan is eyeing a fifth consecutive league victory after bouncing back from a defeat to Al Sadd last December. The team’s recent triumphs against Al-Markhiya, Al-Shamal, Al-Arabi, and Al Wakrah propel their drive for the league title.

While Al Rayyan will be without Andre Amaro due to suspension, key players are set to return and bolster the squad against Umm Salal. Morrocan star Achraf Ben Sharqi and top scorer Roger Guedes, with 14 goals, are pivotal to Al Rayyan’s success.

In contrast, Umm Salal is aiming to secure their sixth win of the season following a narrow loss to Al-Shamal in the previous round. Currently in seventh place with 19 points, the team led by coach Patrice Carteron is relying on players like Osama Tannan, Marouane Loudani, Lucas Joao, and winter transfer additions Victor Lakhal and Kenji Joel.

With a promising line-up, Umm Salal is determined to avoid another defeat and build on their recent performances after the break, which included a draw against Qatar Club and a victory over Al-Ahly. As the teams gear up for the crucial encounter, both Al Rayyan and Umm Salal are set to showcase their strength in the pursuit of victory.

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