The coaching staff of Al-Qadisiyah's first football team is experiencing a state of heightened anticipation and caution just hours before their crucial match against Al-Hazm, scheduled for this evening, Sunday, as part of the 16th round of the Saudi Professional League. This apprehension stems from the desire of three of the team's key players to avoid receiving yellow cards that could prevent them from participating in this important upcoming fixture.
A threat looms over Al-Qadisiyah's trio before the Clasico
According to current information, Al-Qadisiyah will be a tough opponent for Al-Hazm today, aiming not only for the three points but also to minimize any disciplinary issues. The influential trio of veteran Spanish captain Nacho Fernandez , along with his teammates Mario Retegui and Weigl , are at serious risk of missing the highly anticipated match against Al-Ittihad in the seventeenth round if any of them receives a yellow card tonight due to accumulated bookings.
The importance of facing Al-Ittihad and the impact of potential absences
The upcoming match against Al-Ittihad is of paramount importance to the "Banu Cadiz" squad, as Al-Ittihad is one of the direct rivals for the league title and one of the strongest attacking teams this season. The absence of a player of Nacho Fernandez's caliber, who represents the linchpin of the defense with his extensive experience gained in European football with Real Madrid, could be a significant blow to the coach's defensive plans, especially against Al-Ittihad's formidable attack.
Al-Qadisiyah's position in the Roshan League standings
Al-Qadisiyah enters today's match in fifth place in the Saudi Professional League standings with 30 points, a position that reflects the significant progress the club has made this season following its return to the top flight and the substantial support it has received. The team aims to continue its positive run of results to secure a spot in continental competitions, making maintaining the core of the squad crucial in the upcoming decisive rounds.
All eyes tonight will be on how Al-Qadisiyah players manage the match under the pressure of colored cards, as they must strike the difficult balance between playing aggressively to snatch victory from Al-Hazm's stadium, and being overly cautious to avoid administrative penalties that could cost the team dearly in the next round's summit clash.
