German coach Matthias Jäissle, manager of the first football team of Al-Ahli Saudi Club, expressed his great happiness with the resounding victory achieved by his team against their counterpart Al-Khaleej, with four goals to one, in the strong match that brought the two teams together as part of the seventeenth round of the Roshan Professional League competition, which was held at Al-Inma Stadium.
Al Ahly's comeback and fighting spirit
Speaking at the post-match press conference, Yasle praised the players' fighting spirit, particularly their ability to come back and turn the game around. The young coach emphasized the incredible energy in the locker room at halftime, describing the atmosphere as one of positive energy and a burning desire to win. He said, "In the locker room at halftime, the place was buzzing with excitement and a determination to win, and I'm very proud of the spirit everyone showed.".
Harsh criticism of match scheduling
In a related development, Jääsle sparked controversy with his comments regarding the match schedule, pointing to the disparity in rest periods between teams. The German coach explained that when looking at the schedule, he notices a heavy schedule for his team, exceeding that of their direct rivals. These comments come at a time when Saudi football is experiencing tremendous development and fierce competition at all levels, making physical recovery a crucial factor in the title race. Jääsle added, "When I look at the schedule, I notice that the matches are very close together, even more so than our rivals, but we must deal with the pressure of the matches in the right and professional way.".
Special praise for Ivan Toni
Al Ahli's coach didn't miss the opportunity to praise his English striker, Ivan Toni, who has been delivering impressive performances. Yassle noted that Toni had faced some criticism in the past, which is normal for top players when moving to new leagues and facing different challenges. However, thanks to his hard work and determination, he managed to turn that criticism into widespread praise. Yassle concluded by saying, "I am impressed with what Ivan Toni is offering the team. I remember very well how he was criticized before, and today he is admired by everyone thanks to his hard work and determination. I am very proud of what he is achieving.".
This victory reflects the great importance of Al-Ahly Club in its journey in the Roshan League competition, as the team seeks to strengthen its position in the top four and compete strongly for local and continental titles, benefiting from the squad of stars that the team possesses and the great fan support.
