Sharjah will face Al Gharafa in a highly anticipated UAE–Qatar Super Cup clash on Thursday, 22 January, with kick-off scheduled for 8:00 PM, at Thani bin Jassim Stadium.
The Super Cup encounter brings together two sides rich in attacking talent and individual quality, where key players are expected to play a decisive role in the race for silverware.
Sharjah: Firepower and Creative Depth
Sharjah arrive armed with a group of influential stars capable of shaping the contest in decisive moments as they push for their first UAE–Qatar Super Cup title.
At the forefront is Brazilian winger Caio Lucas, who has been one of Sharjah’s standout performers this season. He has featured in 15 matches, scoring five goals and providing two assists across all competitions.
Also central to Sharjah’s attacking strength is Ousmane Camara, who has registered five goals and one assist in 23 appearances, while Luan Pereira adds pace and creativity with two goals and three assists from 15 matches.
In midfield, Igor Coronado remains the creative heartbeat, contributing four goals and five assists in 24 matches, while striker Ray Manaj provides a consistent scoring threat with six goals from 21 appearances.
Al Gharafa: Experience, Goals, and Leadership
On the other hand, Al Gharafa rely on a group of proven match-winners with experience at the highest level.
Leading the line is Algerian winger Yacine Brahimi, who has delivered outstanding numbers during the 2025–2026 season. Brahimi has scored six goals and provided 12 assists in just 17 matches, making him one of the competition’s most influential players.
Supporting him is Spanish striker Joselu, who has netted eight goals and added one assist in 16 appearances, while Tunisian midfielder Ferjani Sassi offers control and versatility with three goals and one assist from 15 matches.
Romanian winger Florinel Coman has chipped in with three goals and one assist in 14 matches, and defender Sidou Sané has emerged as an unlikely attacking threat, scoring five goals from 16 appearances.
Decided by Details
With ten influential players set to take centre stage, the Sharjah Vs. Al Gharafa Super Cup promises a contest where fine margins, individual brilliance, and decisive moments could determine who lifts the trophy in Doha.
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