In a thrilling Qatari Stars Cup classic, Al-Gharafa and Al-Sadd drew 3-3 in a high-octane encounter on September 2, 2025, with a 01:30 kick-off. The match was a spectacular display of attacking football, with the lead changing hands multiple times before ending in a dramatic share of the points. Al-Sadd, the more fancied side, took an early lead, only for Al-Gharafa to hit back with two quick goals before halftime. The second half saw Al-Sadd equalize, then Al-Gharafa retake the lead, before a late, late goal from Al-Sadd ensured the points were split. The six-goal thriller had fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle and is a standout result in the Stars Cup group stage. The draw keeps both teams at the top end of the group table, setting up an intriguing race for top spot. The Al-Gharafa manager expressed pride in his team's fight, while the Al-Sadd coach was relieved to salvage a point from such a chaotic match.