Al-Taawoun's Brazilian coach, Pericles Chamusca, expressed his complete satisfaction with his team's performance and the result of their victory over Al-Akhdoud in the Saudi Professional League. Chamusca emphasized that the three points earned were crucial in their pursuit of their goals this season, praising his players' fighting spirit and tactical discipline.
In the press conference following the match, Shamuska stated: “First, I congratulate all members of the group on the great work they have done. We have seen some changes in training and discipline over a short period, yet the players were able to adapt with amazing speed, and this shows their professionalism and high level of focus.”
General context and importance of the match
This victory comes at a crucial juncture in the 2023-2024 Saudi Professional League season, which is witnessing unprecedented competition with a constellation of international stars. Al-Taawoun, nicknamed "The Sugar of Qassim," has long been a dark horse in Saudi football, consistently competing for top positions with well-considered strategies. The team currently occupies a high position in the standings and aspires to secure a spot in the AFC Champions League next season, which amplifies the importance of every point earned, especially against teams competing in the mid-table or relegation zone.
A crucial turning point and the impact of winning
The match was anything but easy, as Chamusca pointed out, explaining that Al-Akhdoud relied on quick counter-attacks that posed a threat at times. The Brazilian coach added: “It was an important win and valuable points. Our goalkeeper, Maïlson, saved a penalty at a crucial moment, and that save was a real turning point in the match. The opponent was tough, but we managed to adapt to their style and limit their threat.”
This victory strengthens Al-Taawoun's position in the top four and sends a strong message to its rivals that it is determined to continue its positive run. Domestically, the win boosts the confidence of the players and coaching staff, while on a broader scale, it demonstrates the depth of competition in the Saudi League and the ability of teams like Al-Taawoun to consistently challenge the top clubs, thus raising the overall value and strength of the competition.
It is worth mentioning that Al-Taawoun took advantage of the winter transfer period to strengthen its ranks with quality deals, which have begun to bear fruit through rapid integration with the team's system, which Shamouska pointed out as one of the factors of success in the recent period.
