The press conference introductory to the match between Bani Yas and Al Nasr for the second round of the ADNOC Professional League was held this evening, which was attended by coach Joao Pedro Sousa and player Fahad Al Dhanhani, in the presence of a number of local press.

The coach explained at the beginning of the conference: "We are on the verge of our second match in the league, which is a match that comes in completely different circumstances from the previous match. This time we will face Al Nasr, a team with a strong reputation and a purely offensive style.

He added: "Despite the similarity of the opponent to the team we faced previously in terms of strength, the differences are clear. Al Nasr has a different offensive dynamic, and we expect it to pose new challenges and different difficulties for us."

Souza continued: "We enter this match with the same ambition and determination that accompanied us in the previous match. Our goal, as always, is to achieve a positive result, and this means nothing but victory.

Regarding the Sky Blues' strong start to the season, the coach said: "Hard work, dedication and team spirit are the factors that have contributed to our brilliance so far, and there is no other secret behind that. The team spirit that we maintain in the team is the main key."

Regarding the team's psychological and moral preparation for the upcoming match, the coach explained: "We realize that the previous match is in the past, and we have to turn the page on it and focus completely on the present and the future. We have no absences or injuries in the team's ranks, and this gives us the confidence to prepare for this match with all our strength. We have done our work seriously and we are still continuing to do so, and our main goal is to remain in continuous development without looking back."

Speaking about Al-Nasr, the coach said: “Al-Nasr is a team that has many distinguished players who play with a very strong formation, which requires us to carefully study and comprehensively analyze their style. We have to be very careful and apply our ideas with high professionalism on the field. Our mission is not only to defend our goal, but also to create difficulties for them and direct pressure on them at every possible opportunity.

The player Fahad Al-Dhanhani also spoke and explained: “We realize that Al-Nasr matches always carry a character of rivalry, enthusiasm and excitement, and this is something we take into consideration. The match will be difficult and we have to deal with it with all seriousness. Our ambition in every match is to achieve the three points, but we know the importance of maintaining focus and balance and not exaggerating in joy after any victory. Every match for us is considered a new challenge and we have to be fully prepared for it.

Al Dhanhani added: "The most important thing is to change the team's mentality and believe that the team is capable of defeating any opponent.

He continued: "We would like to express our thanks and gratitude to the Bani Yas fans for their presence and continuous support, despite the high temperatures.

Al Dhanhani concluded: "We know very well that any team cannot compete and succeed without the support of its fans, as they are our beating heart and their presence gives us the motivation to achieve the best."