Vicente Moreno, the head coach of Al Rayyan, confirmed that the team is ready to face Oman’s Al Nahda in the AFC Champions League Two. Speaking at the pre-match press conference, he said: “Tomorrow, we will be fully prepared for the match. We know that Al Nahda is a very good team, but for us, after our last match in the AFC Champions League, we need to win again in this tournament. I hope we play a good match tomorrow, and if possible, I want to secure the win tomorrow.”
Moreno revealed the absence of Otávio due to injury, as well as some upcoming tactical changes in the starting lineup due to an important league match immediately following this fixture.
Regarding facing Al Nahda for the second consecutive year and how different it will be, he added: “Yes, every year and every match is different. I know and have watched last season’s matches, but I am certain tomorrow’s match will be different because we have different players and a new manager. The opponent has certainly changed as well and added new players. But I am sure tomorrow’s match will be very tough—that much is clear to us—and that is why we must be fully prepared tomorrow, as we will need to give our best effort if we want to win.”