Al Rayyan coach Michael Laudrup spoke to the media ahead of their Qatar Cup semifinal against Al Sadd.

“In football, you always have to look ahead and learn from the past. We have a strong game against Al Sadd and our matches always have a special flavour. We are now preparing the team to be at its best during this period.

“This is what the players know and we will work to equip the team so that it is at its best. I cannot prepare any result or expect it, but we can prepare to perform very well. I wish we convert the chances that we create into goals unlike what happened with us against Al Sadd earlier.

“Be it in the league, AFC Champions League or cup tournament, Al Rayyan have proved they are strong. It won’t be different this time. I promise that our players will bring out their best and I expect the game to be very strong. There are some small details that will determine the winners.

“The resignation of Football Head Ali Salem Afifa and team manager Maskar Al Shafi will not affect the players much. In terms of video technology, I cannot say that I am for or against it.

“As for my future with Al Rayyan, I am not worried about my contract ending at the end of the season. We will talk and decide my course.

Al Rayyan player Ahmed Yasser said, “This is my first Qatar Cup with Al Rayyan, having played for Al Duhail earlier, so I wish to win this title, especially since we have exited from the AFC Champions League.”