Al Wakrah coach Poya Asbaghi spoke to the media ahead of their 2024-2025 season Ooredoo Stars League Week 20 match against Umm Salal.

“I think everyone in the team understands the importance of this match. It is a classic six-point game and I think the focus and determination the players showed during training was really good. So, we hope to demonstrate that in the match.

“I expect nothing but victory for my team in this match, although I acknowledge that Umm Salal have a lot of quality, as evidenced by the foreign professional players they have, such as Tannane, Gorre and Victor. When they have the opportunity, they can make a difference. We must be very careful and 100 per cent focused. If we can eliminate their threats and demonstrate our offensive prowess, we will have a good match,” said Asbaghi.

Al Wakrah player Ayoub Assal said, “The team must make a double effort to achieve victory.

“Our coach is working hard and the team is looking forward to getting the three points. The match will be difficult because our opponents also need the three points.

“This season has been very difficult and I think the fans are aware of that, and the club is aware of that. But we must continue to look forward and take each match as it comes until the end of the season. We still have the Amir Cup to look forward to.”