In exclusive statements reflecting the fighting spirit and desire to get back on track, Spanish star Alvaro Medran , the playmaker for the first football team of Al -Ettifaq , commented on the exciting result that ended in his team’s match against Al -Nasr , which was decided by a positive draw of two goals to one, within the competitions of the twelfth round of the Roshan Professional League .
The new Al-Ettifaq stadium (Ego) was the stage for this intense match, which was highly competitive. Speaking to Al-Midan Al-Riyadi, Medran revealed the secret behind the team's solid performance against Al-Nassr's star-studded squad, saying, "We reset our minds during the break." This statement clearly indicates the significant psychological and mental work undertaken by the coaching staff, led by Englishman Steven Gerrard, and the players to regain their balance after a period of inconsistent results.
A promise to the fans and ambitions for the end of the season
The Spanish star didn't just talk about the match; he also delivered a direct and reassuring message to Al-Faisaly fans, saying, "We will give our all to make the fans happy, and we promise to make them happy by the end of the season." This statement reflects the players' awareness of the responsibility on their shoulders and their desire to improve the team's position in the standings to secure a place befitting the club's prestigious history.
The context of the match and the importance of the point
The significance of this draw stems from the fact that it was achieved against one of the strongest title contenders, Al-Nassr, a club packed with international stars. Securing a point (2-2) in an open and competitive match is a positive indicator of Al-Ettifaq's ability to compete with the top teams, especially given the tremendous development of the Saudi Professional League, which has become a global focus thanks to attracting the brightest names in football.
Al-Ettifaq is undergoing a significant transitional phase in its history, striving through its current project to build a strong team capable of competing both domestically and continentally. Matches like the one against Al-Nassr are a true test of the team's maturity and its ability to withstand pressure. The performance of Medran and his teammates demonstrates that the team possesses the necessary character to bounce back in difficult matches, something the fans are counting on in the upcoming rounds to achieve consecutive victories and climb towards the top of the standings.
It is worth noting that the Saudi Roshan League is witnessing unprecedented competition this season, as there are no easy matches, and small details and mental preparation – as Midran pointed out – have become the decisive factors in determining the results of the matches.
