Al Ahli vs Al Gharafa Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | AFC Champions League Elite 2025-26

Jeddah gears up to host defending champions!

The King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, gears up to host the Matchweek 3 fixtures of the ACL Elite 2025-26, where Al Ahli Saudi lock horns against Al Gharafa.

The reigning Asian champions began their title defence with a win against Nasaf before settling for a draw against Al Duhail. A win in the next game could propel them to the summit. They are being led by German gaffer Matthias Jaissle, who has previously managed RB Salzburg in the Austrian top flight.

The Qatari side need a win to consolidate their position in the top eight. Despite kick-starting their season with a defeat against Sharjah, Al Gharafa did an excellent job of winning their next game against Al Shorta. They will be keen to extend their winning streak to two with a win over Al Ahli Saudi.

Kick-off:

• Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
• Stadium: King Abdullah Sports City Stadium
• Date: Monday, October 20
• Kick-off Time: 11:45 p.m. IST
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Players to Watch

Enzo Millot (Al Ahli)

The 23-year-old French midfielder has been a product of Monaco’s youth setup. He honed his skills with Stuttgart in the Bundesliga before making a move to the Saudi top flight with Al Ahli. He has played both games for the Jeddah outfit in the ACL Elite and has already scored twice.

Joselu (Al Gharafa)

The German-born Spanish attacker has plied his trade with some top European clubs like Real Madrid, Espanyol, Newcastle United and Frankfurt before joining Al Gharafa in the Qatari Stars League. He has played 2 games in ACL Elite and has already scored thrice.

Match Facts

• The match will take place at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi.
• Al Ahli are the reigning ACL Champions
• Al Gharafa are coming after a win over Al Shorta

Al Ahli vs Al Gharafa: Betting Tips and Odds

• Al Ahli to win the match
• Ivan Toney to score the first goal
• Al Ahli 1-0 Al Gharafa

Injury and Team News

Al Ahli will miss Roger Ibanez in the next game.

Al Gharafa have no injury concerns for the upcoming game

Head-to-Head

Total matches – 7

Al Gharafa won – 2

Al Ahli won – 2

Draws – 3

Predicted Lineups

Al Ahli predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Mendy (GK); Majrashi, Demiral, Hamed, Dams; Aljohani, Kessie; Mahrez, Millot, Goncalves; Toney

Al Gharafa predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Lecomte (GK); Al Ouwl, Jang, Sano, Fadlalla; Gunnarrsson, Diaz; Al Ganehi, Sassi, Brahimi; Joselu

Match Prediction

Al Ahli would be keen to leave no stone unturned to clinch their second win of the campaign to clinch the top spot. We expect the home side to win this game by a slender margin.

Prediction: Al Ahli 1-0 Al Gharafa

Telecast Details

India: FanCode

Saudi Arabia: Thmanyah

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