Goal efficiency
How clinical and direct the player was in front of goal — volume, accuracy, and conversion.
Al Sadd · Arab Club Champions Cup · Attacker · #30 · Qatar · 29 yrs
Akram Afif plays as an attacker for Al Sadd. Akram Afif is a represents Qatar, 29 years old, attacker, currently at Al Sadd. Akram Afif wears shirt number 30 for Al Sadd. Akram Afif was born in Doha, Qatar on 1996-11-18. Akram Afif is 177 cm tall and weighs 70 kg. Akram Afif's Sportra profile tracks season statistics across Arab Club Champions Cup, Friendlies, Qatar Cup, UAE-Qatar - Super Shield, and other leagues. Akram Afif's page brings together career clubs, trophies, injury history, multi-competition stats, and related news headlines. On Sportra you can explore Akram Afif season statistics, transfer history, trophies, injury updates, and related news across every competition tracked in the profile.
| Date | Type | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-01-31 | N/A |  Villarreal VIL |  Al Sadd SAD |
| 2017-07-14 | Loan | Villarreal VIL |  AS Eupen EUP |
| 2016-08-04 | Loan | Villarreal VIL |  Sporting Gijon GIJ |
Season intelligence
Profile as Attacker: finisher, creator, high usage. Archetype: Advanced playmaker. Season rating 7.8.
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Per-90 rates, efficiency ratios, and Sportra indices from season totals.
How clinical and direct the player was in front of goal — volume, accuracy, and conversion.
Playmaking output: assists, key passes, and custom chance-creation signals.
Isolation threat and progressive carrying — volume plus success rate.
How often they draw fouls and stay out of trouble with cards.
Tackles, duels, and off-ball defensive contribution.
Shot-stopping, goals conceded, and penalty saves.
Minutes, availability, and how central they were to the team.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina and Qatar face each other in their most decisive clash of the 2026 World Cup. With both sides tied in Group B, a win, a draw, or a defeat could significantly alter their future in the tournament. After failing to win either of their first two matches at the 2026 World Cup, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Qatar face each other to determine their future in the tournament. While Sergej Barbarez seeks to excel on the counterattack and through aerial play, Julen Lopetegui’s team aim to take control through possession of the ball. Because the result will definitively conclude Group B, a win, a draw, or a loss could significantly affect their position in the standings. Qatar have not managed to show their best version in the tournament, being thoroughly outplayed by both Switzerland and Canada. However, Julen Lopetegui could look for a response by dominating possession. Far from being a simple task, they could face difficulties breaking down the opposition’s strong defensive setup, which has impressed throughout several matches. Therefore, Akram Afif would need to deliver his best in the scoring side. Bosnia and Herzegovina have shown that they are not a national team that seeks to dominate. Instead, they are very comfortable defending in a low block. In addition, they rely on counterattacks through their midfielders and full-backs. With Edin Džeko and Ermedin Demirović leading the attack, they look to take advantage of precise crosses. With this approach, they are aiming for a victory to keep their hopes of reaching the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 alive. What happens if Bosnia and Herzegovina win over Qatar? In case Bosnia and Herzegovina secure a victory over Qatar, they would reach four points in the Group B. With this, they will rank among the 12 best-third placed national teams, having a strong chance of reaching the Round of 32. Nonetheless, their future will not be secured, as they would compete with other national teams. In that sense, the tiebreakers will have a huge role in their 2026 World Cup future. Jovo Lukic #25 of Bosnia and Herzegovina celebrates scoring his team’s first goa What happens if Bosnia and Herzegovina draw with Qatar? Bosnia and Herzegovina would still secure their third place in the Group B of the 2026 World Cup, if they draw to Qatar. Having a -3 in the goal difference, they would overcome their rivals’ -6 goal difference. Despite this, their spot in the Round of 32 is not guaranteed, as they must compete against other national teams to be among the top 8 qualifiers. What happens if Bosnia and Herzegovina lose to Qatar? If Bosnia and Herzegovina are defeated by Qatar, they would be eliminated from the 2026 World Cup. In their place, Julen Lopetegui’s team would hold third place in Group B, competing to reach the Round of 32. With this, Sergej Barbarez’s team would be eliminated in the group stage for a second consecutive tournament, leaving Edin Džeko without a chance to play in the knockout stages.
Full preview of Qatar for the 2026 tournament, including squad breakdown, key players, and tactical analysis of their chances. As one of the returning FIFA World Cup 2026 teams, Qatar enters the tournament with a clear mission to erase the memories of their disappointing host campaign four years ago. The Maroon have evolved significantly, earning their spot in North America on merit rather than automatic qualification. After securing two Asian Cup titles since 2019, they arrive as a respected side within their confederation. Currently ranked 55th globally, the team faces a compelling 2026 World Cup group stage against Canada, Switzerland, and Bosnia and Herzegovina. This preview explores the tactical approach under their high-profile coach, highlights the key players to watch, and breaks down their squad depth as they aim to secure their first-ever points on the global stage. Team profile CoachJulen LopeteguiNicknameThe MaroonFIFA Ranking55thConfederationAFCGroupGroup BBest Tournament ResultGroup stageTournament Appearances2Last Appearance2022 How Qatar play Qatar’s tactical analysis reveals a team trying to blend possession-based principles with rapid counter-attacking transitions. Operating primarily in a Qatar formation of 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1, the squad aims to control the tempo through a technically proficient midfield. This approach relies on patient build-up play before exploiting wide areas with speed. While they demonstrated offensive capability during qualifying, their defensive structure remains a pressing concern. The team conceded an average of 1.56 goals per game during the Asian qualifiers. This highlights vulnerabilities that elite international soccer teams 2026 will likely target. During their 2022 campaign, the side averaged just 43% possession and a meager 6.67 shots per match. To improve upon those numbers in North America, the midfield must bypass high-pressing opponents more effectively. This tactical setup offers transition threats, but their defensive fragility could severely limit their chances of progressing past the group stage. Julen Lopetegui: The coach behind Qatar Julen Lopetegui took charge of the national team in May 2025 with a mandate to navigate the qualification process. The Qatar coach brings extensive high-level experience, having previously managed top European clubs including Real Madrid, Porto, and Sevilla, where he captured a Europa League title. Julen Lopetegui, head coach of Qatar (Getty Images). His international managerial career is largely remembered for his dramatic dismissal from the Spain job just days before the 2018 tournament. Consequently, he views this upcoming summer as an opportunity for personal redemption on the global stage. Known for organizing disciplined defensive units, his recent tenures have shown mixed results. His leadership and tactical adjustments will be heavily tested as he attempts to guide the squad through a demanding group stage. Key player: Almoez Ali Almoez Ali remains the focal point of the attack and sits firmly among Qatar key players heading into the tournament. As the all-time leading scorer for The Maroon with 60 goals in over 126 appearances, the Al-Duhail forward is essential to their offensive system. Ali is a versatile attacker who thrives on intelligent movement. He often drops deep or drifts wide to create space for his attacking partner, Akram Afif. However, he can become isolated against physically dominant center-backs, as seen when he managed zero shots and just 20 touches against the Netherlands in 2022. If Ali is sidelined or neutralized, the team lacks a proven clinical edge in the final third, making his form absolutely critical to their scoring hopes. Qatar’s road to the 2026 tournament The journey through the AFC qualifiers tested the resilience of the squad. They dominated the second round with five victories and a massive +15 goal differential. The third round proved much more difficult, resulting in a fourth-place finish that f
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