Umm Salal face Al Gharafa in the opening match of Week 12 of 2025-2026 Doha Bank Stars League at the Al Khor Stadium on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. The kick-off is at 5.30pm.

Al Gharafa enter the match aiming for a swift return to winning ways after their loss to Al Shahania in the previous round, which left them with 25 points. While they remain at the top of standings, they are aware that any further slip-up could complicate their position at the summit, making a strong response and early recovery crucial.

Meanwhile, Umm Salal are riding high after their valuable victory over Al Ahli in the last round, a win that has given them a significant boost before this challenging encounter.

Umm Salal are currently in 10th place with nine points and seek to continue their winning streak, improve their position in the standings and gradually move away from the relegation zone.

The match is an important test for both teams at the start of the round, between Al Gharafa’s desire to confirm their right to the top spot and Umm Salal’s ambition to build on their recent victory and deliver a strong performance that reflects their gradual return to their usual level.