Al Rayyan Sports Club is a professional football team based in the city of Al Rayyan, Qatar, and a prominent competitor in the Qatar Stars League (QSL). The club plays its home matches at the Ahmed bin Ali Stadium, a modern venue that was a host site for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Founded in 1967, the team wears maroon and black. Al Rayyan is one of the most successful and popular clubs in Qatari history, boasting a fierce rivalry with Al Sadd. The club enjoyed a golden era in the 1990s and early 2000s, winning multiple league titles and Emir of Qatar Cups, often featuring legendary Qatari stars. In recent seasons, Al Rayyan has remained a competitive force, regularly finishing in the upper half of the table and challenging for cup honors. The fan base, known for its passion, creates a vibrant atmosphere, making their stadium a formidable venue for any opponent. Al Rayyan continues to be a cornerstone of Qatari football's landscape.