In a huge moral and technical boost for the ranks of "Faris Al-Dahna", the first football team of Al-Ettifaq Club welcomed the Portuguese star Joao Costa, who recorded his return to group participation after a long treatment and rehabilitation journey that was crowned with success after his recovery from a torn cruciate ligament, which is one of the most complicated injuries in the world of football.
Details of the training session and preparation program
On the field, Al-Ettifaq continued their serious and intensive preparations as part of the training program devised by the coaching staff to make the best possible use of the current break. Training commenced at 3:00 PM at the club's reserve stadium, where the team aims to reach peak physical and technical readiness before the resumption of official competitions.
National team coach Saad Al-Shehri began the training session with an extensive technical meeting with the players in the center circle, explaining the objectives of the current phase and what is required of each player, emphasizing the importance of tactical discipline. Following the meeting, the players engaged in various ball drills, with the coaching staff dividing the team into several groups to practice specific tactical plays. The session concluded with a rigorous tactical scrimmage in the middle of the field, focusing primarily on quick transitions and building attacks.
The importance of Costa's return and its artistic impact
The return of Portuguese winger João Costa is of paramount importance to the coaching staff, led by Saad Al-Shehri, as the player is considered a key pillar of the team's attacking prowess. His return, following the completion of his rehabilitation program, represents a significant tactical option for upcoming matches, especially given the team's need for all its players amidst the fierce competition in the Saudi Professional League.
The context of the competition in the Saudi Roshan League
These preparations come at a time when the Saudi league is witnessing tremendous development and fierce competition on all fronts, whether in the battle for the top spot or in the mid-table positions. Those in charge of Al-Ettifaq, a club with a rich history as the first Saudi team to win international titles and the first to achieve an undefeated league title, understand that physical and technical preparation during breaks is the key to getting back on track and achieving positive results that satisfy the ambitions of fans in Dammam and the Eastern Province.
