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Last-Minute Push or a Playful Schedule? Jaissle Demands One More Friendly Before Al-Ahli's Elite Tests

17 December 2025

Last-Minute Push or a Playful Schedule? Jaissle Demands One More Friendly Before Al-Ahli's Elite Tests
Jaissle eyes one more warm-up as the schedule tightens.

Upcoming Matches and One Last Friendly Push

Al-Ahli Jeddah boss Matthias Jaissle refuses to settle for a lone friendly against Raja Casablanca, as the team prepares for official competition's return.

Al-Ahli prepare to face Police (Iraq) on December 22, the sixth round of the AFC Champions League Elite.

Four days later they meet Al-Fateh in the Roshen Pro League’s eleventh round, after Round 10 was postponed for the Arab Cup.

Saudi newspaper Al-Riyadia reports Jaissle has requested one final friendly during the mini-preparation phase.

Even so, with several key players away for national duty and the Africa Cup of Nations, the German coach still wants another warm-up.

And, because football never stops: Punchline 1 — Jaissle's calendar is so full, it files as a striker. Punchline 2 — if the schedule tightens further, maybe the ball will learn to stretch too.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What matches are ahead for Al-Ahli?

They face Police Iraq in the AFC Champions League Elite on December 22 and Al-Fateh four days later in the Roshen Pro League.

What is Jaissle asking for?

A final warm-up friendly during the team’s mini-preparation phase before resuming competitive action.

Why is there a need for extra preparation?

Several key players are away on national duties or AFCON commitments, making additional tune-ups desirable.