Al-Sadd will host Al-Ittihad in the eighth and final round of the group stage in the Elite AFC Champions League for the 2025-2026 season. Al-Ittihad currently sits fifth in the standings with 12 points, while Al-Sadd is in eighth place with 8 points, making this match crucial for both teams in terms of their qualifications and standings in the tournament.

The match is scheduled for Tuesday, February 17, 2025, at Hamad Bin Jassim Stadium, kicking off at 7:00 PM local time in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, and 8:00 PM in the UAE. Italian coach Roberto Mancini of Al-Sadd emphasized the necessity for a win in this high-stakes match against their Saudi opponents, highlighting the tough competition within the group.

As the teams prepare for this significant clash, fans are already excited about the broadcast of the match, which will be available on beIN SPORTS. The outcome of this game will be pivotal in determining the progression of both teams in the tournament, further increasing the stakes for players and coaches alike.