Al Shamal coach Poya Asbaghi spoke to the media ahead of their 2023-2024 season Expo Stars League Week 10 match against Al Sadd.

“Facing Al Sadd will certainly not be easy. We will face a great team that includes players at the highest level, coming from a victory in the AFC Champions League away from home.

“We look forward to providing a good performance and achieving a positive result, and continuing the results after winning the last two league matches.

“Our players are ready to give a good show and I have confidence in their abilities to provide what is required and always achieve the best for Al Shamal club,” said Asbaghi.

Al Shamal goalkeeper Babacar Seck said, “Of course, it will not be easy against a large and strong team, but we will play with a fighting spirit to achieve victory and get three points.

“We are ready to do our utmost to achieve the desired result, not only in the Al Sadd match, but in all matches, especially since we need to score the largest possible number of points in order to advance in the standings and stay away from the danger zone.

“I have great confidence in my team-mates and their ability to provide the best in the remaining part of the league, after the last two victories in the tournament.”