Al Arabi coach Yeray Rodriguez spoke to the media ahead of their 2024-2025 season Ooredoo Stars League Week 13 match against Al Wakrah.

“We are fully prepared to face Al Wakrah as we are fully aware of the importance of this match for us, and it is necessary to work on preparing the players morally greatly, because the fighting spirit will play a decisive role in achieving victory.

“The opposing team has distinguished players, so we must be fully prepared, this stage of the league requires us to focus fully and work hard to achieve the desired results.

“The fans are the main factor in our success. We need their support in this match as their presence in the stands strengthens our determination and motivates us to give our best. We hope to see their support because they are an integral part of the team’s success,” said Rodriguez.

Al Arabi player Rodri Sanchez said, “We are well prepared for this important match. We are fully aware of the strength of Al Wakrah team, but we need to win to compensate for the recent results and achieve the three points that will help us improve our position in the league.

“Al Wakrah are a distinguished team and the match will not be easy, but we have to adhere to the coach’s instructions and implement our plan as required in order to come out with a positive result.

“All players know the importance of the coming period and the need for increased efforts and focus in order to gain the maximum number of points in the second leg.

“I found great co-operation from my teammates and I always work to do my best in order to serve the team and make the fans happy. Their support gives us the motivation to perform strongly and achieve victories.”