Doha: Al Duhail coach Djamel Belmadi highlighted the importance of his team's match against Al Gharafa, which will take place tomorrow within the 2025-2026 Doha Bank Stars League Week 20. Speaking ahead of their match against Al Gharafa, Belmadi said: "We have another important match ahead of us and we aim to secure a victory and continue our winning streak from the last two games. We also look forward to maintaining the same level and performance we have shown recently.

According to Qatar News Agency, Belmadi emphasized the importance of confidence in the team and the need to focus on preparing well for upcoming challenges, particularly in the AFC Champions League Elite. He noted that after the international break, it is important to be in top form before facing Al Gharafa.

For his part, Al Gharafa coach Pedro Martins expressed the seriousness and high focus of their ongoing preparations. He acknowledged the team's need to change the negative image presented in recent matches, which does not reflect the team's identity or capabilities. Martins added that the team is striving to compete in the league and return to its previous level.

Martins described the upcoming game as crucial, likening it to a derby. He acknowledged Al Duhail's recent good results, having secured victories in their last two matches, and stressed the importance of winning all three points in this encounter.