Press conference hold this morning for Basra International Stadium ahead of the match between Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya and Al-Ain. Coach Rashid Jaber of Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya show face with veteran midfielder Saad Abdulameer in front of local and Arab media. Their talk carry balance and realism, and dem send clear message say dem get confidence say the Iraqi representative fit challenge the Asian champion.
Omani coach Rashid Jaber open him mouth by praising the technical value of the opponent, but same time he stress say fear no dey him team vocabulary. Jaber talk say respect for opponent and study of them: he confirm say Al-Ain na big team and previous title holder, and dem get attacking elements wey dey fear person. He point out say the coaching staff don study the strengths and weaknesses of the opponent in detail through footage of their recent match against Al-Nasr SC.
He add say the loss in first round against Neftchi Uzbek don become thing of the past. Tomorrow match na real opportunity for redemption, and we dey play at home in front our fans. The main goal na to secure the three points to restore balance to the team inside the elite group.
He add on morale and tactics: Jabir point out say the recent domestic victory over Mosul with three goals to nil don restore confidence to the players. He confirm say the team go apply balanced tactical approach wey go ensure dem limit the danger of Al-Ain key players while dem activate quick offensive duties.
Mohammed Jawad talk with the tone of a leader wey eager to guide him teammates inside crucial matches, and him statements ignite the enthusiasm of the stands.
Saad Abdulameer focus on the big role wey Saqour fans and Iraqi crowd dey expected to play for Basra Stadium. He talk say the palm tree trunk always dey terrifying for opponents. The presence of our fans and their support throughout the ninety minutes go be the biggest motivation and physical and mental drive for us to overcome the challenge of Al-Ain.
Saad Abdulameer also talk on readiness and responsibility: on the atmosphere inside the team camp, the captain confirm say all players know the magnitude of the responsibility wey dem carry. He add say everybody dey at the highest level of mental focus. We know say we dey face experienced team, but Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya get great history for the continent, and the players determine to deliver a match wey worthy of the club name and Iraqi football.
