Brazilian coach Pericles Chamusca, the technical director of Al-Taawoun Club, expressed his complete satisfaction with the performance that his team presented in the match against Al-Hilal, which ended in a positive draw of one goal each, within the competitions of the postponed tenth round of the Saudi Professional League, which was held on the grounds of King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Buraidah.
In the post-match press conference, Shamouska stated, “I am very pleased with my players’ performance during the match. We played a great game against a strong opponent, and we will continue to work in this manner in all competitions.” The Brazilian coach added that the result, despite not securing a victory, is important and positive for Al-Taawoun, emphasizing the value of the point earned against the league leaders and one of the strongest teams in the league.
General context and importance of confrontation
This match comes at a time when the Saudi Professional League is experiencing unprecedented media and fan interest, with the influx of major international stars. Al-Hilal, with its rich history and continental and domestic achievements, is always considered the favorite to win any match it plays, especially given its exceptional performance this season. Meanwhile, Al-Taawoun, nicknamed "The Sugar of Qassim," has successfully established itself as one of the most organized teams, capable of challenging the top clubs, thanks to its technical and administrative stability.
Shamoska's tactical analysis and the impact of the result
Shamouska explained that his team played in their usual style and created numerous chances, but noted the need to improve their finishing. He said, “We played our style and created opportunities, and those chances should have been converted into goals for us to win. We have to work for what’s next.” He pointed out that the team benefited from a full week of training, which was reflected positively in their performance compared to previous matches, emphasizing that some of the new players still need more time to fully integrate with the group.
Securing a point against Al-Hilal not only boosts Al-Taawoun's position in the league table and brings them closer to qualifying for Asian competitions, but also provides the team with a tremendous morale boost. Regionally and internationally, such results demonstrate the strength and competitiveness of the Saudi league, confirming that the competition isn't limited to the top clubs, thus increasing the league's appeal to viewers and investors worldwide.
