Abdulaziz Hatem, captain of Al-Rayyan, confirmed that the players are eagerly anticipating the start of the league. During the press conference, he stated: “We are fully prepared for the league’s kickoff, and everyone knows that the start is always challenging. Our goal is clear: to secure the three points for a strong start that will help us achieve our objectives this season.”
He added: “The match against Al-Sailiya is tough. There’s no such thing as a strong or weak team; every league match is difficult. For us, the focus is on ourselves, which is the most important thing, to perform as expected and secure the three points regardless of the opponent. We respect all teams, but the priority is to win those three points.”
Addressing the fans, he said: “We are waiting for Al-Rayyan’s supporters at Ahmed bin Ali Stadium. They are the club’s strongest link, and their presence makes the team stronger. With you always by our side, we are stronger.”