Arwabarbna: Qatar is a strong competitor and I take responsibility for the results
This afternoon, in the Al-Sayyab Hall at the Minawi Pasha Hotel, a press conference was held for Arwabarina, coach of the UAE national team, to talk about the upcoming Al-Abyad match against his Qatari brother in the last matches of the group stage for the second group, and Arwabarina said: “Not satisfied with the performance and level, no one is satisfied, we know that we were not satisfied.” We live up to the ambition of the fans and prepare for the match. With the short period of time, we intensified the sessions with the players to avoid mistakes in order to perform well tomorrow. We always focus on readiness. I have an initial squad that will be confirmed after the last session today.
The player, Yahya Al-Ghassani, said: “We were not good at the start of the tournament, and we have to improve our image, and we will not be satisfied except with victory.” We have to achieve the goal because we represent our country, and all the players know their responsibilities well. We have to focus strongly, and we are all capable and under the command of the technical staff.
Arwabarina said: We only focus on tomorrow’s match to appear differently, play as focused as possible, and then see the result of the other match.
And he continued: “As I said before, we change the team and pump new blood, and this is no excuse.” I focus on work and equipping the players, and I am solely responsible for any result, so now I focus on tomorrow’s match.
He added: “No one interferes with my choices.” I worked for years with big clubs. I attend all matches for the clubs and communicate with the coaches. My choices are based on personal conviction. I have three injuries that have affected two positions, and the players with me are able to implement our plans.
On the Qatar national team, Arwabarna said: “The match is not a derby, but it is important for both parties.” Qatar is a young team that also has experienced players. I worked there and know them well. They depend on possession of the ball. They are able to apply high pressure. He has a good level, and the loss does not reflect their level during the last match, and I focus on my team to meet a good level of ambition.