Al-Abyad Seeks 'Asian' Compensation Against Al-Khalidiya
Kuwait seeks its first win against Al-Khalidiya after avenging a previous loss, while Al-Khalidiya aims for a draw.
Translated by Qiyas from النهار — Original source
Kuwait are aiming to secure their first victory in the AFC Champions League Two when they host Bahrain’s Al-Khaldiya today, Wednesday, at 7:00 PM at Jaber Al-Ahmad Stadium, in the second round of Group A. The Whites enter the clash seeking to make amends for their opening-day 3-2 defeat to the UAE’s Al-Ittihad Kalba, after taking a two-goal lead only to see the result turn against them, leaving them without any points and under pressure to secure a positive result at home to boost their chances of competing for one of the two qualification spots from the group.
Kuwait will take the field with high morale following their domestic form, having thrashed Al-Nasr 7-1 in the fourth round of the Zain Premier League to go top of the table with 10 points, continuing their strong performances in the competition they have won in each of the last five seasons. Syrian coach Firas Al-Khatib hopes to capitalize on the team’s good domestic form and translate it to the continental stage, despite missing Mohammed Marhoune due to suspension and Mohsen Falah because of an injury sustained while playing for the national team at the Gulf Cup.
On the other hand, Al-Khaldiya enter the match with one point after a goalless draw against Uzbekistan’s Nasaf in the opening round. They are looking to secure a positive result to strengthen their position in the group, particularly as they have been delivering good performances in the Bahraini Premier League, which they currently top after three consecutive wins, before their latest 2-2 draw with Al-Muharraq, having trailed by two goals.
