Al Gharafa will clash with Qatar SC in Week 12 of the 2023-2024 season Expo Stars League at the Thani Bin Jassim Stadium of Al Gharafa club on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. The kick-off is at 5.30pm.
Both teams are eager to win and secure the three points. Al Gharafa, currently in third place with 24 points, aim to solidify their position in the standings, while Qatar SC, in eighth place with 12 points, seek to improve their position and climb up the table.
Al Gharafa will strive to regain their winning momentum, which was halted in the previous round against Al Shamal, where they settled for a 1-1 draw. They are determined to surpass Qatar SC, who are also motivated to claim victory after their 1-1 draw against Al Shamal in Week 11.
The outcome of the clash between the two teams is not always predictable, as both possess exceptional players in all departments of the game, including goalkeeping, defence, midfield and attacking line. These players serve as the driving force for their respective teams, making the match highly-competitive on a grand scale.
Furthermore, the battle between the two coaches, Pedro Matins of Al Gharafa and Helio Sousa of Qatar SC, promises to be intense as they strive to secure victory and earn valuable points. Both coaches will meticulously assemble their strongest teams in order to accomplish their respective goals.
Martins chiefly relies on Yacine Brahimi, Amro Siraj, Yohan Boli, Ferjani Sassi and Farid Boulaya, while Sousa mainly depends on Javi Martinez, Bashar Resan, Badr Benoun, Ibrahim Majed and Ben Malango.
The first-leg match between the two teams had ended in a thrilling 4-4 draw.