Doha is set to host an exciting clash between Al Duhail and Al Ittihad as part of the AFC Champions League Elite 2025-26. The match will take place at the Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium on November 24, 2025.
Match Preview: Al Duhail vs Al Ittihad
Both teams are looking for a critical victory in their respective quests for the knockout stages. Al Duhail currently has one win and a draw from their four matches, putting them under pressure to secure all three points. They come into this match following a strong 4-1 victory over Shadab Al Ahli. The team is managed by Algerian coach Djamel Belmadi, who has experience with the Qatar and Algeria national teams.
On the other side, Al Ittihad sits in sixth place in the AFC Champions League Elite standings. The defending Saudi champions recently achieved a 3-0 win over Sharjah. They are coached by Sergio Conceicao, who took over after Laurent Blanc was dismissed early in the season.
Match Details
- Location: Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium, Doha
- Date: November 24, 2025
- Kick-off Time: 9:30 PM IST
- Referee: To Be Determined
- VAR: In use
Players to Watch
- Luis Alberto (Al Duhail): The Spanish midfielder, with experience at clubs like Sevilla and Liverpool, has contributed one goal and one assist in four ACL Elite appearances.
- Steven Bergwijn (Al Ittihad): The Dutch winger, known for his time with PSV Eindhoven and Tottenham, has scored twice in three matches this season, playing a vital role in Al Ittihad’s recent successes.
Injury and Team News
- Al Duhail: No injury concerns reported.
- Al Ittihad: Muath Faqeehi will miss the upcoming game due to injury.
Predicted Lineups
| Al Duhail (4-2-3-1) | Al Ittihad (4-2-3-1) |
|---|---|
| Burke (GK) | Rajkovic (GK) |
| Sabaly | Doumbia |
| Castelletto | Simic |
| Aymen | Al Shanqeeti |
| Ahmed | Mitaj |
| Bourigeaud | Kante |
| Verrati | Fabinho |
| Junior | Bergwijn |
| Alberto | Aouar |
| Boulbina | Diaby |
| Piatek | Benzema |
Match Prediction
Considering Al Ittihad’s recent form under their new coach and their previous winning performance, analysts predict a narrow victory for Al Ittihad in this match. A likely scoreline is Al Duhail 1-2 Al Ittihad.
Where to Watch
- India: View live on FanCode.
- Saudi Arabia: The match will be broadcast live on Thmanyah.
Stay tuned with El-Balad for updates and in-depth coverage of the all-important match between Al Duhail and Al Ittihad in the AFC Champions League Elite 2025-26.
