Category: NEWS

Hassan Al-Haydos: Happy with this important and necessary win

Hassan Al-Haydos, the captain of Al Sadd, expressed his happiness with the team’s first victory in the league this season after their 5-1 win over Qatar SC in the second week of the Ooredoo Stars League.

Al-Haydos stated after the match, “The team entered the game with a strong focus on attacking, and we missed many opportunities that could have increased our goal tally.” He emphasized that the victory over Qatar SC was crucial and important for the team moving forward. ... 

Ooredoo Stars League: Al-Sadd defeat Qatar SC 5-1

The Al Sadd first team secured a 5-1 victory over Qatar SC in the second week of the 2024-2025 Ooredoo Stars League season. The match took place today, Saturday, at Khalifa International Stadium.

With this win, Al Sadd earned their first three points of the season. The goals for Al Sadd were scored by Rafa Mujica in the 2nd and 89th minutes, Mohammed Waad in the 48th minute, Khoukhi Boualem in the 55th minute, and Qatar SC defender Moataz Majed, who scored an own goal in the 90+5th minute. The lone goal for Qatar SC was scored by Spanish player Javi Martínez in the 15th minute. ... 

Meshaal Barsham: We did not play at our usual level against Al-Shamal

Al-Sadd goalkeeper Meshaal Barsham expressed dissatisfaction with his side’s performance following their 1-2 loss to Al Shamal in the opening round of the Ooredoo Stars League, noting that Al Sadd did not play at their usual level, which led to an unsatisfactory result.

Speaking to the media after the game, Meshaal Barsham added, “Luck was not on our side in this match, as many opportunities that could have turned the game in our favor were missed.” He emphasized that the team is still at the beginning of the season, giving the players a chance to learn from their mistakes and improve their performance in upcoming matches. ... 

Ooredoo Stars League: Al-Sadd lose to Al-Shamal

Al Sadd’s first team suffered a 2-1 defeat against Al Shamal in the opening round of the 2024-25 Ooredoo Stars League. The match took place on Saturday at the Ahmed Bin Ali Stadium at Al Rayyan Club.

Algerian player Baghdad Bounedjah scored both goals for Al Shamal in the 31st and 74th minutes, while Al Sadd reduced the deficit through an own goal by Al Shamal’s defender Jeison Murillo in the 89th minute. ... 

Al-Sadd sign Mohamed Camara on five-year deal

Al Sadd Club is pleased to announce the signing of Malian international Mohamed Camara, effective from the 2024-2025 season, on a five-year deal. Camara joins Al Sadd from Ligue 1 club AS Monaco.

The acquisition of Camara underscores Al Sadd’s commitment to strengthening the squad in preparation for the 2024-2025 season. ... 

Felix Sanchez: I am happy to be a part of Al-Sadd

Al-Sadd head coach Félix Sánchez has expressed his great happiness at taking on the management of the first team for the upcoming period.

In his statements to Al Sadd’s official website during the team’s training camp in Spain in preparation for the 2024-2025 season, Félix said: “I am very happy to be here and to be part of the club. I know this is a big responsibility, but with the help and effort of everyone in the team, I look forward to achieving great accomplishments this season.” ... 

Al-Sadd draw 0-0 with Almería

Al Sadd’s first team drew 1-1 with Spanish side Almería in their fourth friendly match during their training camp in Malaga, Spain, in preparation for the 2024-2025 season.

Almería took the lead before the end of the first half, but Brazilian Paulo Otávio equalized for Al Sadd in the second half. The match also witnessed a penalty miss by Akram Afif. ...