Al-Buraykan: We Are Working to Deliver Our Best
Firas Al-Buraykan scored two goals as Saudi Arabia defeated Oman and advanced to the semi-finals.
Translated by Qiyas from الأنباء — Original source
Saudi national team striker Firas Al-Buraikan expressed his happiness after his side’s 3-0 clean-sheet victory over Oman the day before yesterday in the second match of Group A of the Arabian Gulf Cup “Gulf 27,” securing their place in the semi-finals. Al-Buraikan scored two goals, leading his team to a comprehensive win and earning him the man of the match award. In a post-match interview, he praised the outstanding level of performance displayed by his teammates.
He affirmed that both he and his fellow players respect criticism and opinions, whether from fans or pundits, noting that this is a natural aspect of football, where performances vary and luck plays a significant role. He stressed the importance of continuing to work hard to deliver their best, as he described.
Al-Buraikan also addressed the Saudi national team’s supporters, urging them to fill the stands for the upcoming match against Iraq, which is crucial for securing top spot in the group after their qualification has already been confirmed. In the semi-finals, Saudi Arabia will face the runner-up of Group B, which includes Qatar, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen.
