Al Shamal Sports Club is a Qatari professional football team based in the city of Madinat ash Shamal. They compete in the Qatar Stars League, the top flight of football in Qatar. The club's home stadium is the Al Shamal Stadium, with a capacity of several thousand. Founded in the latter part of the 20th century, Al Shamal has been a part of the Qatari football landscape for decades, though often as a club battling against relegation rather than for titles. Their name means "The North," reflecting their geographical location. The club's colors are blue and white. Al Shamal's most successful period came in the early 2000s when they consistently finished in the upper mid-table and made appearances in the latter stages of the domestic Emir of Qatar Cup. The modern era has been challenging, with the club frequently moving between the Stars League and the Second Division. However, their promotion back to the top tier for the current season marks a significant achievement. The club has a modest but passionate local fanbase in the northern community. Al Shamal continues its role as a northern representative in the increasingly competitive and high-profile Qatari league.