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Egypt Premier LeagueAl Gharafa vs Esteghlal: kickoff time, lineups and prediction, 12 October
AFC Champions League Elite, Round 2
What to know
Al Gharafa host Esteghlal in round 2 of the AFC Champions League Elite on Monday 12 October 2026. Kickoff is at 21:15 Mecca time at Thani Bin Jassim Stadium, Doha.
Which channel shows Al Gharafa vs Esteghlal?
Channels showing this match, by country.
Broadcasters have not been announced yet. Check back closer to kickoff.
Form
The last five matches of each team before this one, most recent at the top.
Al GharafaWho is out: Al Gharafa and Esteghlal
Al Gharafa- No absences reported.
Esteghlal- No absences reported.
Stadium: Thani Bin Jassim Stadium
Table: AFC Champions League Elite
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Al Ain |
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +4 | 3 |
| 1 |  Kashima Antlers |
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +6 | 3 |
| 2 |  Gamba Osaka |
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +3 | 3 |
| 2 | Esteghlal |
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +3 | 3 |
| 3 |  Shanghai Port |
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +2 | 3 |
| 3 |  Al-Qadsiah |
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +1 | 3 |
| 4 |  Beijing Guoan |
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +2 | 3 |
| 4 |  Al Hilal |
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +1 | 3 |
| 5 |  Vissel Kobe |
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +1 | 3 |
| 5 |  Shabab Al Ahli Dubai |
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +1 | 3 |
| 6 |  Neftchi |
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +1 | 3 |
| 6 |  Jeonbuk Motors |
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +1 | 3 |
| 7 |  Daejeon Citizen |
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +1 | 3 |
| 7 |  Al Ittihad |
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 8 |  Johor Darul Ta'zim |
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 8 |  Al Ahli |
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 9 |  Pakhtakor |
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 9 |  Buriram United |
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 10 |  Kashiwa Reysol |
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 10 |  Al Shamal SC |
1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 11 |  Port FC |
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 11 |  Al Wasl |
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 12 |  Kyoto Sanga |
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 12 | Al Gharafa |
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 13 |  Ratchaburi Mitrphol FC |
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 0 |
| 13 |  Tractor Sazi |
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 14 |  Pohang Steelers |
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 0 |
| 14 |  Al Quwa Al Jawiya |
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 15 |  Al Sadd |
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -3 | 0 |
| 15 |  Công an Hà Nội |
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -3 | 0 |
| 16 |  Al Nassr |
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -4 | 0 |
| 16 |  Newcastle Jets |
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -6 | 0 |
Questions and answers
What time does Al Gharafa vs Esteghlal kick off?
Al Gharafa vs Esteghlal kicks off on Monday 12 October 2026 at 21:15 Mecca time (18:15 UTC). This page also shows the time in your own timezone.
Which channel is showing Al Gharafa vs Esteghlal?
Broadcasters have not been announced yet. This page updates as soon as they are.
Where is Al Gharafa vs Esteghlal being played?
At Thani Bin Jassim Stadium in Doha, which holds 21,175 people.
How can I watch Al Gharafa vs Esteghlal if it isn't shown in my country?
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