Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus, manager of the first football team, expressed his great satisfaction with his team's strong performance after achieving a resounding 3-0 victory over Al-Akhdoud. This came in the match that brought the two teams together at Al-Awwal Park Stadium, as part of the eleventh round of the Saudi Professional League, thus confirming the team's determination to compete fiercely this season.
Fiery statements: Gold takes priority, not numbers
In the post-match press conference, Jesus clarified the team's priorities for the upcoming phase. The Portuguese coach stated unequivocally: "Breaking records is good and reflects the quality of our work, but ultimately it doesn't win us the league title. Al-Nassr hasn't lifted the league trophy for seven years, and that's our biggest concern. We're here to bring joy to our fans who are hungry for championships, not just to achieve fleeting individual or team statistics.".
A powerful offensive force and the context of competition
Jesus continued his remarks by highlighting the team's attacking prowess, pointing to the impressive statistics achieved during the first third of the competition: "We have played 10 matches so far, and we have managed to score 33 goals, with an average of more than three goals per game. These are excellent numbers that confirm the effectiveness of the attacking system, but we are well aware that we have not decided anything yet. The league is a long marathon that requires patience and consistency.".
Historical context and the importance of returning to the forefront
Jesus's comments come at a time when the Saudi Professional League is undergoing historic transformations and unprecedented competitiveness, having become a global focal point thanks to attracting some of the world's biggest football stars. Amid this tremendous development, the pressure is mounting on the major clubs to win titles. Al-Nassr's absence from the league title for several years has placed the team under intense scrutiny and prompted constant demands from its large fan base to reclaim domestic dominance, especially given the significant support the sports sector enjoys in the Kingdom.
Expected impact and message to the fans
The coach concluded his remarks with a realistic message, emphasizing that statistics remain mere words on paper unless accompanied by tangible achievements. He stated, "It's great to break records, but that won't bring the trophy home. Our goal is clear and specific: to win the title that has eluded us for seven years and bring smiles to the faces of our fans everywhere." This statement reflects a state of tactical and mental maturity within the team, where the focus is on securing three points in each round as a step towards the ultimate goal, avoiding the allure of temporary results.
