Al-Ittihad vs Nasaf Qarshi prediction, H2H and probable lineups — December 23, 2025
On December 23, 2025, the 6th round of the AFC Champions League will see Saudi club Al-Ittihad host Uzbekistan’s Nasaf Qarshi.
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Match facts and head-to-head history:
- Al-Ittihad have won 3 of their last 5 matches.
- Nasaf Qarshi are winless in 8 consecutive games.
- This is the first ever meeting between these teams.
- Nasaf Qarshi sit at the bottom of the table, while Al-Ittihad are fighting for a playoff spot.
- Nasaf Qarshi have conceded 14 goals in 5 rounds.
Match preview:
This clash promises to be pivotal in the battle for a place in the knockout stage, setting the stage for the final group standings.
Al-Ittihad approach the 6th round eager to assert themselves as one of the tournament favorites. The Saudi side is traditionally strong at home, focusing on ball control, a high-tempo style, and the individual brilliance of their leaders. Home support and international experience could prove decisive, especially in matches of this magnitude.
Nasaf Qarshi, meanwhile, have built a reputation as a well-organized and disciplined squad, capable of punishing opponents’ mistakes, even if they currently prop up the group standings. The Uzbek club often plays a pragmatic game, emphasizing tight defense and quick transitions into attack. Away from home, Nasaf tend to play cautiously, but never shy away from taking their chances.
The 6th round of the group stage is rarely a mere formality, and this game will be no exception. With so much at stake, fans can expect a tense encounter where tactical discipline and composure may prove more crucial than spectacle.
Probable lineups:
- Al-Ittihad: Rajkovic, Shanqueeti, Pereira, Fabinho, Kadesh, Kante, Doumbia, Al-Ghamdi, Bergwijn, Fernandes, Benzema.
- Nasaf Qarshi: Nematov, Mukhammadiyev, Gaybullaev, Davronov, Nasrullaev, Eshmuradov, Nurullaev, Sidikov, Mukhitdinov, Shala, Norchaev.
Match prediction:
Al-Ittihad enter this sixth-round AFC Champions League fixture in excellent form and with the confidence that comes from playing at home, where they typically set a high tempo and convert their chances efficiently. The Saudi side’s international pedigree and the game-changing ability of their stars make them favorites. Meanwhile, Nasaf Qarshi’s cautious away approach may struggle to withstand the hosts’ pressure. All signs point to an Al-Ittihad victory as the most likely outcome.
My prediction: Al-Ittihad to win.
