Saudi Gazette report
HONG KONG — Al Ittihad head coach Laurent Blanc remained tight-lipped on how he plans to comprise Cristiano Ronaldo, as his facet prepares to face Al Nassr within the Saudi Tremendous Cup semi-final in Hong Kong.
Talking on the pre-match press convention, Blanc was requested immediately about his strategy to stopping Ronaldo.
He replied with a smile: “If I had the answer to cease Ronaldo, I would not share it with you. He’s an excellent participant, and Al Nassr have loads of high quality gamers. We have to defend effectively and rating to win.”
Blanc, who took over Al Ittihad over the last summer time, emphasised the group’s psychological and psychological readiness.
“We’re right here with one clear purpose to win the event. We’re mentally ready, and we all know our opponent effectively,” he stated.
Requested whether or not Al Ittihad plans to make squad modifications after the event, Blanc replied: “The switch window remains to be open, however I don’t know if we’ll make modifications… we’ll see.”
The French coach praised his squad’s efficiency final season, saying: “The group did effectively and confirmed a powerful degree. We’re lacking Hassan Kadesh and Fawaz Al-Sqoor in protection, however we have now good replacements.”
On potential new signings, Blanc added: “I’ve already stated it could be nice to have two or three extra gamers to strengthen the league with extra expertise. However I’m glad with the squad I’ve.”
Workforce captain Karim Benzema additionally spoke on the press convention, saying he seemed ahead to dealing with his former Actual Madrid teammate Ronaldo. “It’s at all times particular to face somebody you as soon as performed with. Cristiano is an excellent participant. However tomorrow’s match is about Al Ittihad vs Al Nassr.”
Sending a message to the followers, Benzema concluded: “To our expensive Saudi supporters we want your assist. We’ll present you what we will do on the pitch.”
