10 March 2025 at 18:00
Match Summary
Al Sadd defeated Al-Wasl FC 3:1. The match was played in AFC Champions League Elite 2024. Goals were scored by Fábio Lima 10′, Mostafa Meshaal 26′, Y. Atal 30′, Akram Afif 37′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Al Sadd had 44% possession while Al-Wasl FC held 56%. Al Sadd had 10 shots (7 on target) compared to 16 (5 on target) for Al-Wasl FC. Al Sadd made 3 substitutions, Al-Wasl FC made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Al Sadd and Al-Wasl FC — 4 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Pérez
assist: Akram Afif
assist: Mostafa Meshaal
assist: Claudinho
Match Statistics
Al Sadd had 44% possession against Al-Wasl FC's 56%. Al Sadd registered 10 shots (7 on target) while Al-Wasl FC managed 16 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 3–6. Fouls committed: 13–15.
Lineups
Al Sadd lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under Félix Sánchez, while Al-Wasl FC deployed a 4-2-3-1 under M. Milojević.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Sadd is 6.76, compared to 6.87 for Al-Wasl FC. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Al Sadd's highest-rated starter is Claudinho (7.46), while Al-Wasl FC's best-rated player is N. Giménez (7.63).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Sadd have contributed 13 goals and 11 assists this season, led by Rafa Mújica (8G). Al-Wasl FC's starters account for 8 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by N. Giménez (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Al Sadd deploy 5 defenders rated 6.52 on average, against Al-Wasl FC's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Al Sadd field 3 midfielders averaging 6.86, versus Al-Wasl FC's 5 rated 6.96. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Al Sadd start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.25, compared to 1 for Al-Wasl FC averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 84% for Al Sadd and 82% for Al-Wasl FC. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Al Sadd's starters have collected 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Al-Wasl FC. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Al Sadd's starting XI is 28.9 (youngest: Mostafa Meshaal (24), oldest: Pedro Miguel (35)), while Al-Wasl FC average 29.4 (youngest: Rodrigo (23), oldest: Khaled Al Senaani (36)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Al Sadd's starters average 7 league appearances each, versus 8 for Al-Wasl FC. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Félix Sánchez
Substitutes
Coach: M. Milojević
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Al Sadd have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats. Al-Wasl FC show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Al Sadd vs Al-Wasl FC Head to Head Results
Al Sadd and Al-Wasl FC have met 1 times — Al Sadd won 0, Al-Wasl FC won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al-Wasl FC leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (0 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
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