Al-Taawoun's Brazilian coach, Pericles Chamusca, continues to work diligently to finalize his starting lineup for the upcoming match against Al-Ittihad. The game is scheduled for Saturday evening at 8:30 PM at Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Stadium in Jeddah, as part of the 13th round of the Saudi Professional League.
Technical and tactical preparations for the confrontation
As part of intensive preparations, coach Shamouska will conduct a key training session tomorrow (Thursday) to finalize the most suitable tactical approach for facing Al-Ittihad on their home ground and in front of their fans. The Al-Taawoun coaching staff aims to finalize the squad and starting lineup for the match, focusing on the opponent's strengths and weaknesses, to secure a positive result that will improve the team's position in the league standings.
The ambition is to reach 30 points and compete for the title
It is no secret to observers that Al-Qassim's ambitions this season extend beyond mere participation; coach Shamouska aims to continue their winning streak and achieve victory against the defending champions or their fierce rivals, Al-Ittihad. The current stated goal is to reach 30 points, a number that would keep the team in direct contention for the league title this season, reflecting the significant administrative and technical work being done at the club.
The context of the competition in the Saudi Roshan League
This match holds particular significance given the remarkable development of the Saudi Professional League, which has garnered global attention by attracting some of the world's top football stars. Matches between Al-Taawoun and Al-Ittihad are always characterized by intense competition and tactical brilliance. Al-Taawoun, under the guidance of coach Shamouska, is known for its high level of tactical discipline and its ability to trouble even the biggest teams, while Al-Ittihad will be looking to capitalize on home advantage and the support of their fans to secure all three points.
Expected impact of the match result
The result of this match will not only affect the standings of both teams, but its repercussions will extend to the shape of the competition in the top four. A victory for Al-Taawoun would solidify their position as a dark horse and a strong contender for the title, increasing the pressure on Al-Hilal, Al-Nassr, Al-Ittihad, and Al-Ahli. Conversely, any slip-up could reshuffle the cards in the top four. Therefore, Saudi fans eagerly anticipate this encounter, which promises to be a thrilling football spectacle reflecting the rising level of Saudi football.
