Umm Salal face Al Wakrah in Week 15 of the 2022-2023 season QNB Stars League at the Qatar SC Stadium on Tuesday. The kick-off is at 18:55.
The contest provides possibilities to both teams, in search of the three valuable points, looking to get through with the difficult stage they have been in.
Al Wakrah have in the past three weeks lost to Al Duhail, Al Gharafa and Qatar SC, and will certainly work to restore balance and present distinguished levels and results.
As for Umm Salal, during their last five matches, since the league returned after the break, they have got only one point - from a draw against Al Sailiya in the last round.
Al Wakrah have 18 points from 12 matches and are currently sixth in the rankings, while Umm Salal are bottom-placed with eight points from 12 matches - and would be eager to rise.
Both sides are expected to bring out their best in this encounter to achieve a win and gain momentum.
Umm Salal will also strive for this match to be a new start for them in the league this season especially, with Moroccan coach Talal El Karkouri having taken charge of the team a few weeks ago.
The match would be an encounter of challenge between two teams desperate for a win and is expected to produce excitement.
Umm Salal seek to surprise their opponents and Al Wakrah hope to repeat their act when they beat the rivals 4-0 in the first leg.