Inzaghi requests a right-back for Al-Hilal, and Salem Al-Dawsari will be absent from Al-Fayha
Amidst the fierce competition in the Saudi Professional League this season, Al-Hilal continues its intensive preparations to maintain its upward trajectory. In this context, the team's coach, Inzaghi, emphasized the importance and difficulty of the upcoming match against Al-Fayha in the seventeenth round, noting that the opponent possesses a high level of tactical organization and a legitimate ambition to challenge the top teams.
Intensive preparations for the Al-Fayha match
During the pre-match press conference, Inzaghi explained that the coaching staff had thoroughly studied the strengths and weaknesses of their opponents. The coach said, “We began preparing for the Al-Fayha match with utmost seriousness, and we will hold our final training session today to put the finishing touches on our strategy. We are fully aware that the match will not be easy; Al-Fayha is a very organized team that works hard on the pitch and always strives to deliver outstanding performances, especially against popular teams like Al-Hilal.”.
Performance evaluation and winter deals
Regarding the team's performance, the Al-Hilal coach expressed his satisfaction with the team's progress and recent results, praising the tactical role played by the forwards in supporting the defense, which reflects the total football approach the team aims to implement. Concerning the winter transfer window, Inzaghi expressed his delight with the new signings, emphasizing that the deals were made based on a precise technical assessment to address weaknesses. He added, "I am very happy with the new arrivals, both Murad Hawsawi and Mandash; each player possesses qualities that suit our style of play, and we always strive for the best to ensure we remain competitive for all titles.".
Right-back crisis
Despite the overall satisfaction, Inzaghi was candid about the team's remaining weaknesses, highlighting the urgent need to strengthen the right-back position. This position is crucial in modern football, requiring players with specific physical and technical attributes to fulfill dual roles. He stated, "I have a supportive management team that always strives to meet our needs, but we still have a shortage at right-back. We are currently working on addressing this issue, and the management is exploring several options to reinforce this position in the coming days.".
Salem Al-Dawsari's absence and the internationals' stance
Regarding the readiness of key players, the coach confirmed that star player Salem Al-Dawsari would miss the Al-Fayha match, preferring not to risk him so he would be 100% fit for the following game on Sunday. He also addressed the morale of the international players returning from overseas commitments, noting the contrasting feelings between goalkeeper Yassine Bounou and defender Coulibaly, while expressing his confidence in their professionalism and ability to overcome difficult moments and focus on the team.
Inzaghi concluded his remarks by sending a message of thanks to Al-Hilal fans, describing them as the team's primary supporters in all circumstances, and emphasizing that their support is the true fuel for the players on the field.
