Category: FOOTBALL

Akram Afif delighted with Al-Sadd’s quarterfinal qualification

Al-Sadd star Akram Afif expressed his joy after the team’s 3-1 victory over Al-Wasl, which secured their place in the AFC Champions League Elite quarterfinals.

After the match, Afif said: “Alhamdulillah, we achieved our goal by winning and advancing to the quarterfinals of this continental competition. It’s been a while since we reached this stage, so we needed this victory.” ... 

Sanchez praises Al-Sadd’s performance against Al-Wasl

Al-Sadd head coach Felix Sanchez praised his team’s performance in their 3-1 victory over Al-Wasl, which secured their spot in the AFC Champions League Elite quarterfinals for the 2024-2025 season.

Speaking at the post-match press conference, Sánchez said: “We secured an important win and deservedly qualified for the quarterfinals.” ... 

ACL Elite: Al-Sadd defeats Al-Wasl, advances to quarterfinals

Al-Sadd secured a spot in the AFC Champions League Elite quarterfinals for the 2024-2025 season after defeating Al-Wasl 3-1 in the second leg of the Round of 16. The match took place at Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium on Monday, March 10, 2025.

With the first leg in Dubai ending in a 1-1 draw, Al-Sadd progressed with a 4-2 aggregate victory. ... 

Felix Sanchez: Al-Wasl clash is a golden opportunity

Al-Sadd head coach Felix Sanchez highlighted the importance of the upcoming AFC Champions League Round of 16 second-leg match against Al-Wasl.

Speaking at the pre-match press conference, he said: “This will be our fourth match against Al-Wasl this season and our second in a week. All our games against them have been tough, competitive, and evenly matched. They are a strong, well-organized team, but we are ready for the challenge and eager to qualify for the next round.” ... 

Hassan Al-Haydos: This victory comes at the perfect time

Al-Sadd captain Hassan Al-Haydos emphasized the significance of the 5-0 victory over Al-Shahania as the team prepares for their crucial AFC Champions League clash against Al-Wasl.

Speaking after the match, Al-Haydos said: “This win came at the perfect time ahead of our important second-leg match against Al-Wasl in the Round of 16 of the AFC Champions League. We were fully focused, determined to secure the three points. Despite the big scoreline, Al-Shahania is a good team.” ... 

Felix Sanchez: Al-Sadd all set to face Al-Shahania

Al-Sadd head coach Felix Sanchez emphasized his team’s readiness to face Al-Shahania in Matchweek 18 of the 2024-2025 Ooredoo Stars League.

Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Sanchez said: “We are approaching the end of the season, with only five matches left. This is another big game for us, almost like a final. We are also in the AFC Champions League Round of 16, so we haven’t had much time to prepare.” ... 

Felix Sanchez: It was a tight and intense game

Felix Sanchez, Al Sadd’s head coach, described the match against UAE’s Al Wasl as a tough and competitive encounter in the first leg of the AFC Champions League Elite Round of 16, which ended in a 1-1 draw.

Speaking at the post-match press conference, Sanchez said: “As expected, it was a tight and intense game between both teams. We conceded a difficult goal in the first half, and we could have dealt with the situation better.” ... 

Abdullah Al-Yazidi: It was a tough game, we played better in the second half

Al-Sadd player Abdullah Al Yazidi acknowledged that the team did not perform at the expected level in the first half of their AFC Champions League Elite Round of 16 first-leg match against UAE’s Al Wasl.

Speaking after the match, Al Yazidi said: “In the second half, we played better and managed to equalize. The real challenge will be in Doha, where we aim to secure qualification to the quarter-finals, God willing.” ...