Ibrahim: Work Continues in Al-Qadsia to Maintain Progress Locally and Asiatically

Al-Qadsiah’s first-team head coach, Mohammed Ibrahim, praised his players’ performances during the group stage of the AFC Challenge League, particularly in the final match against Indian club Goa, which Al-Qadsiah won 2-1. He noted that the “Yellow” squad has always proven reliable when needed, adding that playing three matches in one week under such difficult climatic conditions is far from easy, yet everyone rose to the occasion.

Following Al-Qadsiah’s qualification for the quarter-finals of the AFC Challenge League, having topped Group 3 with a perfect record of nine points, Ibrahim said that the group-stage matches were not as easy as some had assumed, a fact evident from the results of other teams in the competition. He emphasized that the experience of Al-Qadsiah’s players, along with the efforts of the technical and administrative staff, yielded the perfect score despite mounting pressure.

The coach explained that the technical staff approaches each match based on tactical analysis and the specific requirements and calculations for every game. He pointed out that some matches demand defensive pressure, while others require a more retreating approach. For instance, against the Indian team, the approach was predominantly attacking, even in substitutions, with the introduction of Eid Al-Rashidi, Nasser Al-Ruwaili, and Abdulrahman Al-Mashfari, underscoring the team’s offensive intent.

Ibrahim affirmed that work at Al-Qadsiah will continue in both domestic and Asian competitions. He highlighted that the squad possesses a distinctive lineup that allows for rotation, with high-quality substitutes available for each match, and players capable of making a difference whether on the pitch or from the bench. He stressed that these factors are crucial for Al-Qadsiah to compete strongly for titles this season.