Kuwait National Team Coach: We Aim to Improve Performance and Secure Victory Against Iraq
Statements by Helio Souza and Nasser Falah before the Kuwait-Iraq match
Translated by Qiyas from كونا — Original source
Jeddah, September 25 (KUNA) -- Kuwait national football team coach Helio Sousa stressed on Friday the importance of facing the Iraqi national team with strength and enthusiasm, working to improve performance, and implementing the required tactical ideas to develop the team’s level in pursuit of victory.
In a press conference ahead of Saturday’s match against Iraq in the 27th edition of the Gulf Cup of Nations (Arabian Gulf Cup 27), Sousa said the match poses a challenge, noting that pressure exists in all games, whether against strong or weaker opponents. He emphasized that the team is continuously working to enhance its capabilities and improve its performance to achieve its desired goals.
Sousa highlighted the importance of public support for the national team, expressing his happiness at the presence of fans and their backing. He also noted that an Iraqi fan contingent is expected to attend to support their national team.
He clarified that the technical staff is focusing on developing the players’ physical and technical aspects, particularly because the Iraqi squad includes several players who compete abroad. Sousa affirmed that the challenges are significant and that the Kuwaiti team will strive to deliver its best performance in the match.
For his part, Kuwaiti national team player Nasser Al-Fahad, speaking at the press conference, confirmed the team’s physical and mental readiness to face Iraq tomorrow. He pointed out that the team has been working and preparing as required to secure victory and claim all three points. Al-Fahad noted that the team delivered the required level in its previous match but failed to achieve the desired result, adding that he looks forward to the team delivering a performance that will please Kuwaiti fans.
The Kuwaiti national team resumed training yesterday in preparation for the match against Iraq as part of the tournament’s competition. Kuwait lost its opening match to Saudi Arabia 1-0, while Iraq drew with Oman 1-1. (End) F.N. / T.M.A.
