Leonardo Jardim, Al Rayyan coach, stressed the importance of the match that will bring together Al Rayyan and Al Arabi in the Qatari football derby. He said during the press conference held on the sidelines of this match:
“Al Rayyan and Al Arabi matches are always big matches. Al Arabi is a big team that finished second in the league last season. This season, Al Rayyan is better in the standings, and Al Rayyan has worked hard during the past period to prepare for this match and win the three points. On the other hand, Al Arabi has good players and a good coach, so it will be a big match between the two teams, and both teams are looking to win.”