Saudi Gazette report
HONG KONG — Al Ahli supervisor Matthias Jaissle says successful the Saudi Tremendous Cup closing towards Al Nassr on Saturday in Hong Kong could be a “essential first step” to set his workforce heading in the right direction this season.
The German coach, who faces a well-known opponent in Portuguese tactician Jorge Jesus, underlined that finals are unpredictable and can’t be judged by previous encounters.
“We’re very motivated for the ultimate. Profitable in the beginning of the season is essential to place us on the best path,” Jaissle mentioned in his pre-match press convention.
Requested whether or not Al Ahli’s late invitation to the match meant much less stress, Jaissle dismissed the notion.
“It has nothing to do with timing. We solely needed to reschedule just a few issues to verify we characterize the membership correctly.”
On going through Jesus once more, Jaissle mentioned: “We’ve met many instances in earlier seasons. I do know his model very effectively. I respect him as an individual and as a coach who has gained quite a bit. However a closing is totally different; it has no pre-set measures.”
Jaissle bristled at options that ahead Firas Al-Buraikan could also be tasked with nullifying Marcelo Brozovic’s provide line.
“Do you may have a private reference to Firas? That you must cease these rumors and empty discuss,” he shot again.
With a lot of the stadium anticipated to assist Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr, Jaissle remained unfazed. “Don’t fear. Each problem may be turned to our benefit,” he mentioned with a smile.
Al Ahli will meet Al Nassr at Hong Kong Stadium on Saturday evening, with either side in search of an early-season trophy to ignite their campaigns.
