Razvan Lucescu: We must give our best against Al-Arabi

Razvan Lucescu, head coach of Al-Sadd, stressed the importance of the upcoming match against Al-Arabi, within the fifth week of the Doha Bank Stars League for the 2026-2027 season.

The coach said during the pre-match press conference: “We must approach every match with the highest level of concentration, 100%. In addition, we will play for the three points. It is a match in which we must give our best, and our focus must be on it alone.” ... 

Al-Sadd defeat Al-Shaqab 6-0 in friendly

Al Sadd recorded a 6-0 win over Al-Shaqab in a friendly match held today, Saturday, at Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium at Al Sadd Club.

The match comes amid the Wolves’ preparations for the upcoming stage.

Al-Sadd’s six goals were scored by Firmino (52′, 68′), Brozović (34′), Augustin Soria (44′), Mohammed Camara (64′), and Giovanni Henrique (70′). ... 

Al-Sadd lose to Lebanon in friendly

Al Sadd suffered a 2-1 loss to the Lebanon national team in a friendly match held today, Sunday, at Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium at Al Sadd Club.

The match comes amid the Leader’s preparations for the upcoming stage.

Roberto Firmino succeeded in scoring Al Sadd’s only goal in the 15th minute.

Al-Sadd started the match with a lineup consisting of: Yousef Al-Balushi in goal; Alessio Romagnoli, Abdullah Al-Yazidi, Paulo Otávio and Younes Al-Hannach in defense; Guilherme Torres, Augustin Soria and Mustafa Tarek in midfield; and the attacking trio of Mohammed Waad, Claudinho and Firmino up front. ... 

Lucescu: Al-Sadd ready for Esteghlal challenge

Al-Sadd head coach Razvan Lucescu stressed that the Wolves are ready to face Iranian side Esteghlal in their opening match of the 2026-27 AFC Champions League Elite.

Speaking at the pre-match press conference, the Romanian coach said: “It is a new competition and different from the domestic league. Esteghlal are a strong team and have good players. ... 

Al-Sadd squad set to depart for Basra

The Al-Sadd first team will depart for Basra, Iraq, at 10:00 am on Sunday, 13 September, in preparation for their opening match against Iran’s Esteghlal in the 2026–27 AFC Champions League Elite.

The Al-Sadd delegation includes members of the technical and administrative staff, along with 21 players. The squad consists of: ... 

Paulo Otavio: We hope to continue making our fans happy

Al-Sadd’s Brazilian player Paulo Otavio expressed his delight at the team’s 6-3 victory over Al Sailiya in Week 4 of the Doha Bank Stars League.

Speaking after the match, Otavio said: “I am happy with the victory and also with the results the team has been achieving at the start of the Doha Bank Stars League. I look forward to continuing to deliver our best performances in the coming period.” ... 

Doha Bank Stars League: Al-Sadd stay top with 6-3 win over Al-Sailiya

Al Sadd continued their winning streak in the 2026–2027 Doha Bank Stars League by defeating Al Sailiya 6–3 in Week 4, in the match played on Thursday at Lusail Stadium. With this victory, Al Sadd maintained their top spot in the standings with 12 points. Akram Afif (20′, 76′), Hashim Ali (45+3′), Firmino (50′ pen, 65′), and Moustafa Tarek (90+5′) scored for Al-Sadd, while Ali Olwan (35′, 90+10′) and Ahmed Doozandeh (58′) scored for Al Sailiya.