Al Sadd will be looking for their third successive win when they take on Al Gharafa in the Round three of the QNB Stars League on Friday evening at Al Sadd stadium.
Jesulado Ferreira’s Wolves have registered two wins this season, but they have hardly covered themselves in glory in their performances.
Last time out, they held out for an important 3-2 victory over Al Sailiya and could have easily ended 3-3 had Sailiya’s last minute equaliser been correctly ruled offside by officials.
An emphatic victory would be crucial for Sadd, especially heading into the two-week break for international football.
In attack, Sadd have really found their momentum with Algerian attacker Jugurtha Hamroun catching the eye with a goal and two assists last time out against Sailiya. However a clean sheet will be the real priority for Ferreira and will be hoping Iranian international Morteza Pouraliganji can rediscover his form from last season.
As for Al Gharafa, they have made a solid start in the league registering two draws in their opening matches of the season against Al Ahli and Umm Salal.
Under the guidance of veteran tactician Jean Fernandez, it has been made clear that youth will be given a real chance at the club this season and so far it has worked for the Cheetahs.
It certainly promises to be an interesting battle when title chasing Al Sadd take on a youthful Al Gharafa side in the spotlight match for round three.
