Although Al Sadd did not appear in the knockout stage at the continental level in the last three editions of the AFC Champions League™, they will head into the tie against Persepolis not having lost at the group stage in their past four matches.

A 2-0 defeat of Persepolis' domestic rivals Esteghlal on Matchday Two has boosted confidence and AFC Champions 2011 winners Al Sadd will be aiming for a second successive win to stay in the race for a spot in the Round of 16.

Persepolis are in desperate need of a win, with the two-time AFC Champions League runners-up having had to settle for a 1-1 draw with Uzbekistan's Pakhtakor after an opening match 1-0 defeat to Al Ahli Saudi FC.

The Iranian champions, however, have won four of their seven previous encounters against Al Sadd and will be hopeful of extending their record.

Venue: Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium (Doha)

Kick-off: Monday, 19:00 (UTC+3)