Spanish coach Michel Gonzalez, manager of Al-Qadisiyah Club, expressed his complete satisfaction with the performance and result after the valuable victory achieved by his team, stressing that the three points were the ultimate goal to strengthen the team’s position at the top of the Yellow League for First Division Clubs, and to get one more step closer towards achieving the dream of promotion to the Saudi Professional League.
In his remarks during the press conference following the match, Mitchell said: “It was a well-deserved victory and we worked hard for it. My team managed to reach the opponent’s goal and create many opportunities, and although we did not convert them all into goals, the most important thing in the end is achieving what was required by winning and collecting the three points. This is the team mentality that we work to establish in every match.”.
The Spanish coach addressed some of the tension that occurred during the match, saying: “I don’t know exactly what happened that caused some nervousness among the players at certain moments, but I believe that discipline on and off the field is the key to success at this crucial stage of the season. The technical and tactical aspects are important to me, but discipline and mental focus are equally important, especially as we are fighting for a big goal.”.
General context: The heated promotion race in the Yellow League
This victory comes at a crucial time in the Yellow Division League, as Al-Qadisiyah leads the standings comfortably, but the competition remains fierce for the two automatic promotion spots. The club, based in Al-Khobar, represents one of the most prominent sporting projects in the Kingdom following its acquisition by Saudi Aramco, which has placed it in the spotlight and raised expectations for a swift promotion and strong competition in the top league.
The importance of the event and its expected impact
Domestically, this victory boosts the confidence of the players and coaching staff, bringing the team closer to securing its return to the top flight after a period of absence. Nationally, the promotion of a club with Al-Qadisiyah's financial and human resources will be a significant addition to the Saudi Professional League, intensifying competition and raising the tournament's technical and marketing value, which aligns with the goals of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 for developing the sports sector. Furthermore, the presence of a world-class coach like Mitchell and well-known international players in the team attracts the attention of observers from outside the Kingdom and contributes to promoting Saudi football, even at its lower levels.
