Oman coach: We remain hopeful for qualification

Oman national football team coach Tariq Al-Skeiti emphasized the importance of the match against the Blue Team in the third round of the group stage at the “Arab Gulf Cup 27,” scheduled for today, stressing that his team remains committed to its hopes of reaching the semi-finals until the end.

Al-Skeiti said during a press conference yesterday that the Omani national team still has a chance in the competition, and that the players will continue to work and fight to achieve the desired result, underscoring the need to focus on the match and not give up as long as the hope of qualification remains alive.

He added that the clash with the Blue Team will be crucial for Oman following the results achieved in the previous two rounds, noting that the technical staff is working to correct mistakes and learn from the lessons drawn from previous encounters.

Al-Skeiti clarified that the Omani national team has made good progress in recent weeks, despite changes in its squad, and confirmed that the technical staff is working to improve players’ levels and enhance cohesion among them, building a team capable of delivering better performances in the coming stage.

He stressed that the players are aware of the importance of the match and the responsibility resting on their shoulders, and that the national team will give its all against the Blue Team to keep its qualification hopes alive and conclude the group stage in the desired manner.