Sebastian Soria expressed his joy and happiness at joining Al Rayyan, saying that the target of the team is to win the league title. The striker unveiled that the appointment of the Uruguayan Head Coach Fossati helped facilitate his transfer to Al Rayyan.
 
In his first interview which was posted on the club’s official website the player spoke about his and the teams ambitions for the season ahead.
 
Firstly, how do you feel after signing for Al Rayyan?
It's a happy and joyful day for me and my family. Joining such a big club is very crucial for my career after playing for Al Gharafa, Qatar SC and Lekhwiya. I am happy to be part of this new look side.
 
What are the reasons behind your decision to sign with Al Rayyan?
Al Rayyan is setting a new project in motion, with the summer signings. We will have good players under the leadership of Fossati who is a good coach and knows the league well. Seeing other big players signing and Fossati was enough to make me believe in the project.
 
What did Fossati say to you?
Fossati spoke to me and encouraged me to return to Qatar with Al Rayyan. I have previously represented the Qatar National Team under his supervision in 2008 so I like working with him.
 
What are your ambitions for the new season with the team?
In the beginning I wish to demonstrate the kind of performance expected from me. My ambition with Al Rayyan is to regain the titles this club used to have.
 
Do you expect Al Rayyan to win the league title this season?
It is important for the football team to win the league title, it has been 20 years. In particular with the new project adopted by the club’s management and by that I mean the signing of the best local and foreign players as well as the experienced technical staff that we have then I feel we have a solid foundation to build from.
 
How would you accomplish this?
Through hard work, all the players will have to reach their top level of performance to do this. Also Fossati has a prominent role in developing the team's performance. His influence is crucial.
 
Do you aspire to be among the top goal scorers this season?
Of course I do aspire to become the best goal scorer in the Qatar Stars League in the new season. But the most important thing for me is helping the team achieve victories. So I will do my best to demonstrate the kind of performances expected from me.
 
 
 
Al Rayyan signed in the Spanish striker Sergio Garcia from Espanyol, will both of you be able to form a strong partnership?
I haven’t got to know the players so far, but I know most of them. Garcia is a big name and playing next to him is going to be very exciting and interesting. I seek to work closely with him in the coming few weeks to form a strong offensive line. In addition this will be done with the collaboration of Tabata as well.
 
What about Al Rayyan fans?
I have played for Al Gharafa, Qatar SC and Lekhwiya, but when I saw how Al Rayyan used to win due to their support, I admired that a lot, particularly in the final match of Emir Cup competition when their fans fill the stadium. Al Rayyan has the biggest fan base in Qatar and everyone knows this, I hope they come out in support of the team during the new season.