His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa bin Khalid Al Thani, CEO of Al-Sadd Football Company, dedicated the league title to Al-Sadd fans, stressing that their support was one of the most important factors in achieving this success.
He said: “We dedicate this precious title to our great fans, who have always stood behind the team and supported us in all circumstances.” ...
Brazilian striker Roberto Firmino said that winning the league is the result of an entire season’s effort in which the team delivered a high level of performance.
He said: “We are happy with the victory, the title, and lifting the Doha Bank Stars League trophy, reaching the 19th league title in Al-Sadd’s history. It is undoubtedly a special and exceptional day in the team’s journey this season, a season marked by determination and a strong desire to win the title.” ...
His Excellency Eng. Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Vice President of Al-Sadd Club, expressed his great happiness following the club’s league triumph after defeating Al-Shamal 3–2 in the decisive final match, stressing that Al-Sadd is a club accustomed to titles and built on a winning mentality. ...
Al-Sadd head coach Roberto Mancini expressed his great happiness and deep pride after leading his side to the Doha Bank Stars League title for the third consecutive season, stressing that the achievement reflects the significant work carried out within the club throughout the campaign, as well as the team’s stability and continuous development. ...
Al-Sadd were crowned champions of the 2025–2026 Doha Bank Stars League for the 19th time in the history of the competition, after defeating Al-Shamal 3–2 in the match played on Monday, 27 April 2026, at Jassim bin Hamad Stadium, Al-Sadd Club, in the 22nd and the final round of the season.
The title ceremony was attended by His Excellency Mr. Jassim bin Rashid Al-Buenain, President of the Qatar Football Association and Qatar Stars League, and Mr. Hani Taleb Ballan, CEO of the QSL. Also present were His Excellency Eng. Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Vice President of Al-Sadd Club, and His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa bin Khalid Al Thani, CEO of Al-Sadd Football Company. ...
Al-Sadd head coach Roberto Mancini spoke about the importance of the upcoming clash against Al-Shamal in Round 22 of the 2025–2026 Doha Bank Stars League.
Mancini said: “Yes, it’s strange. We were five points ahead, and now the gap is down to two. But our focus is on winning. We know it will be a very tough game because Al-Shamal play good football, but our aim is to win this match.” ...
Al-Sadd coach Roberto Mancini stated that his side deserved to defeat Japan’s Vissel Kobe and progress to the semi-finals of the AFC Champions League Elite.
Speaking at the post-match press conference, Mancini said: “We played a strong match and were leading 3–1. We were closer to winning, but that’s football.” ...
Al-Sadd were eliminated from the AFC Champions League Elite 2025–2026 after losing to Japan’s Vissel Kobe 5–4 on penalties, following a 3–3 draw after regular and extra time in the quarter-finals.
The match was played on Thursday, 16 April 2026, at Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Stadium in Jeddah.
Al-Sadd’s goals were scored by Rafa Mujica (6’, 61’) and Roberto Firmino (65’), while Vissel Kobe’s goals came through Yuya Osako (24’), Yosuke Ideguchi (74’), and Yoshinori Muto (90+3’). ...
Roberto Mancini, head coach of Al-Sadd, spoke about the strength and difficulty of the upcoming clash against Japan’s Vissel Kobe in the quarter-finals of the AFC Champions League Elite 2025–2026.
Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Mancini said: “A tough match awaits us, and it will be even more difficult than our game against Al-Hilal in the Round of 16.” ...
Al-Sadd star Akram Afif expressed his great happiness following the team’s victory over Saudi side Al-Hilal and qualification to the quarter-finals of the AFC Champions League Elite, confirming that the team delivered an outstanding performance and fully deserved to progress.
Speaking after the match, Afif said: “Alhamdulillah for the victory. We managed to achieve what we set out for.” ...
