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<p>Umm Salal coach Aziz Ben Askar spoke to the media ahead of their 2019-20 QNB Stars League Week 15 match against Al Sadd.</p><p>“Everyone knows that Al Sadd are one of the best teams in the league. All teams play against them with high concentration. I am happy that I am up against a coach like Xavi (Hernandez). I am also happy about the opportunity that I got to guide Umm Salal in the QNB Stars League.</p><p>“Regarding the match, it will be difficult. Al Sadd have many stars. We work daily for this match and we have to give our best.</p><p>“I have told my players that if we do not play as an organised side and show character, we will not come out with a positive result. We want to provide the best performance.</p><p>“Al Sadd are playing in many competitions and are competing for titles. We also have a target which is to stay in the QNB stars league, so we have to work every day.</p><p>“When you are a coach, you must know the players’ potential. The important thing for me is to focus on our capabilities as a team. We can play under pressure and put the players under pressure even in training. We will try to provide the best and get a positive result,” said Ben Askar.</p>