Match Summary
Al Ahli Doha defeated Al-Gharafa 4:1. The match was played in Stars League 2025. Goals were scored by Y. Brahimi 28′ (pen.), Y. Abdelrahman 46′, W. Troost-Ekong 59′, M. Vlap 87′ (pen.), Y. Abdelrahman 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Al-Gharafa made 3 substitutions, Al Ahli Doha made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Gharafa and Al Ahli Doha — 5 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: S. Yansane
assist: M. Vlap
Penalty
assist: D. Fettouhi
Lineups
Al-Gharafa lined up in a — formation under Pedro Martins, while Al Ahli Doha deployed a — under Younes Ali.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Gharafa is 6.95, compared to 7.13 for Al Ahli Doha. 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-Gharafa's highest-rated starter is Y. Brahimi (7.36), while Al Ahli Doha's best-rated player is D. Fettouhi (7.13).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al-Gharafa have contributed 2 goals and 1 assists this season, led by Y. Brahimi (2G). Al Ahli Doha's starters account for 2 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by D. Fettouhi (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
Al-Gharafa field 11 midfielders averaging 6.95, versus Al Ahli Doha's 11 rated 7.13. 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Al-Gharafa and 44% for Al Ahli Doha. 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-Gharafa's starters have collected 12 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Al Ahli Doha. 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-Gharafa's starting XI is 34.0 (youngest: A. Surag (27), oldest: D. Traore (39)), while Al Ahli Doha average 36.0 (youngest: D. Fettouhi (36), oldest: D. Fettouhi (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-Gharafa's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 17 for Al Ahli Doha. 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Al-Gharafa have recorded 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 defeats. Al Ahli Doha show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al-Gharafa and Al Ahli Doha have met 1 times — Al-Gharafa won 1, Al Ahli Doha won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al-Gharafa leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (3 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–3 in 2025.
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Al-Gharafa
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Drawn
0
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 22 Mar 2026