Qatar SC vs Al-Sadd prediction 08.01.2026 | Qatar Stars League

Qatar SC’s recent form in the 2025/26 Qatar Stars League has been mixed and underwhelming. Over their last six matches across competitions, the club has recorded two wins and four losses, averaging 0.83 goals per match and failing to generate clean sheets in those contests. Their league form has been abysmal in recent weeks, registering four consecutive defeats and failing to score in two of those four losses.

At home, Qatar SC have shown occasional resilience, but inconsistency and defensive vulnerabilities have limited their ability to accumulate points consistently. There is no widely reported major injury list available, and selection decisions are likely to revolve around tactical changes rather than enforced absences. Their reliance on primary forwards such as João Pedro (7 goals) for goal returns remains a critical factor.

Al-Sadd enter this fixture in significantly stronger attacking form. In the 2025/26 season, Al-Sadd have scored 28 goals in 11 matches, averaging 2.55 goals per game, and sit in the top three of the Stars League standings with a positive goal difference. In contrast to Qatar SC, Roberto Mancini’s side have embarked on an impressive run of four consecutive league wins, defeating Al Shamal in the final league fixture of 2025. They have also shown strong away performance, where they average 3.25 goals scored per game and maintain a respectable defensive record. 

Despite this productivity, Al-Sadd’s defence has at times lacked consistency, and clean sheet percentages remain modest compared with their offensive output. The squad’s attacking depth features significant contributors such as Akram Afif and Roberto Firmino, both capable of influencing the scoreline. There are no widely reported major injury concerns ahead of this fixture, and the team’s general fitness suggests a full-strength side is available.