Al Sadd vs Al Ahli Saudi FC: Kickoff, Venue and How to Follow

Al Sadd SC host Al Ahli Saudi FC on Monday, November 2, 2026, at Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium in Doha. Kickoff is 7:00 p.m. Arabia Standard Time (AST, UTC+03:00), or 16:00 UTC. FanCode displays the fixture at 9:30 p.m., which matches the kickoff in India Standard Time (IST, UTC+05:30).

Updated Sunday, November 1, 2026: the AFC Champions League Elite Matchday 4 fixture is still scheduled for Monday. The latest confirmed campaign results give the match a sharper context: Al Sadd earned their first point with a draw in Matchday 3, while Al Ahli moved to seven points with a late win. This guide covers the confirmed schedule, recent results, viewing options and what has not yet been confirmed about team availability. The match has not been played, so there is no result to report.

When and where is Al Sadd vs Al Ahli Saudi FC?

The AFC’s official league-stage schedule lists Al Sadd SC (Qatar) against Al Ahli Saudi FC (Saudi Arabia) for Monday, November 2, at Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium in Doha, with a 19:00 kickoff. That is the stadium’s local time. Qatar is UTC+03:00 on this date, so 19:00 in Doha converts to 16:00 UTC. India is UTC+05:30, making the same moment 9:30 p.m. IST. The conversion does not cross midnight or change the calendar date.

FanCode’s match page identifies this as Match 52 and displays November 2 at 9:30 p.m. alongside the Doha venue. That clock time corresponds to India’s time zone; it is not the local kickoff time in Doha. When saving the match to a calendar, use the time zone attached to the calendar entry and check that it converts to 7:00 p.m. in Doha. The AFC official match schedule and the FanCode match listing are the schedule references to recheck for any late change.

What changed after Matchday 3?

Al Sadd arrive after a 1-1 draw away to Al Qadsiah on October 26. The AFC’s match report says Akram Afif put Al Sadd ahead in the 74th minute, before Julián Quiñones equalized 10 minutes later. The point was Al Sadd’s first of this league-stage campaign after two defeats. In its November 1 preview, the AFC said the Qatari club was still seeking its first win. That distinction matters: Al Sadd have a point, but they have not yet won in the competition this season.

Al Ahli’s most recent league-stage result was a 2-1 home victory over Al Gharafa on October 26. Matheus Gonçalves scored in the 86th minute, and the win took Al Ahli to seven points, according to the AFC report. The AFC’s preview describes the Saudi club as pursuing a third consecutive title. These results establish the latest verified form and points noted by the AFC; they do not guarantee how Monday’s match will unfold.

Read the official reports for the Al Qadsiah 1-1 Al Sadd result, the Al Ahli 2-1 Al Gharafa result, and the AFC match preview. The reports provide a factual snapshot ahead of Matchday 4 without turning recent results into a prediction.

Team news: what is confirmed?

The AFC preview confirms the campaign context but does not publish confirmed starting lineups or a complete injury and suspension list. The FanCode match page checked for this update lists match information and the venue, but it does not establish who will start or which players are unavailable. No player should be described as injured, suspended or definitely ruled out on the basis of those pages alone.

Starting XIs and late availability can be announced closer to kickoff. Check the AFC competition page and the clubs’ verified channels on match day for official team sheets or a direct availability update. Until a club or competition source confirms a name, treat projected lineups and circulating reports as unconfirmed. As of this November 1 update, the match remains upcoming and no score or post-match standings change is available.

How can fans watch or follow the match?

Fans in India can check the FanCode match page for its current listing and streaming access. The AFC announced FanCode as its media partner for Asian football competitions in India for the 2025–2028 cycle. That announcement supports the India viewing route; it does not establish that FanCode’s stream is available worldwide.

Viewers outside India should check the broadcaster authorized for their own territory or the AFC’s official competition page. Streaming access, sign-in requirements and subscription terms may vary by location. Confirm the current listing before kickoff instead of assuming that a regional service works everywhere. If a live video option is unavailable, use the AFC competition page or the clubs’ verified channels for official match updates and the final score.

Supporters planning to attend should use Al Sadd’s official channels for ticket availability, stadium entry guidance and transport information. The AFC schedule confirms the venue and kickoff, but it does not confirm ticket inventory, gate opening times or travel arrangements. For remote viewers, the practical check is simpler: verify the local broadcaster, save the correct time-zone conversion and look for official team sheets near kickoff.

Match-day details at a glance

• Fixture: Al Sadd SC vs Al Ahli Saudi FC, AFC Champions League Elite 2026–27, Matchday 4.
• Date: Monday, November 2, 2026.
• Venue: Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium, Doha, Qatar.
• Kickoff: 7:00 p.m. AST (UTC+03:00), 16:00 UTC, or 9:30 p.m. IST (UTC+05:30).
• India listing: FanCode identifies the fixture as Match 52 and lists the 9:30 p.m. time.
• Latest confirmed form: Al Sadd drew 1-1 with Al Qadsiah; Al Ahli beat Al Gharafa 2-1 and reached seven points.
• Lineups and availability: Confirm through official team or AFC updates closer to kickoff; the sources checked here do not confirm a complete list.

The most important detail is the time-zone distinction: kickoff is 7:00 p.m. in Doha, not 9:30 p.m. The latter is the corresponding India time shown by FanCode. The venue and schedule are confirmed by the AFC; the Matchday 3 results are also confirmed by its reports. Starting lineups, late player availability and the result of this upcoming match remain unconfirmed until official updates or play itself provide them.