Yusef Adam has revealed that his newly promoted side are confident of beating the drop, in this their third ever season in the QNB Stars League. The vastly experienced Qatari tactician spoke exclusively with QSL online on the sidelines of the recent club media day. 

“It’s going to be a challenge for us this season to survive, especially with the league being reduced to twelve sides. However we are ready and I believe we will be competitive this season” noted Adam, when asked about his sides chances of beating the drop. 

Adam has managed a host of sides in the league, and stressed that he is fully aware of what the players have to do to beat the drop. “ The players know that they have to step up, this is not like the second division. Thankfully the club has moved quickly, and we have brought the right players to make sure we play well in the QNB Stars League.” 

Whilst the Qatari coach also revealed his side is primed for their match against Al Sadd on Saturday evening at Al Arabi stadium. “ Our preparations went well in Bulgaria, and our friendly matches in Doha have also gone well.  We will do our best to give a strong performance against Al Sadd.” 

Ending the interview Adam admitted that it will be a challenging season ahead for the promoted side. “It will be a challenge, but a challenge that both me and the players are up to taking part in.”