In a race against time and in defiance of the difficult circumstances facing the Makkah-based club, sources close to the club revealed to Okaz newspaper that the Al-Wahda management, headed by Captain Hatem Khimi, is leading intensive efforts to rescue the first football team from its spiral of negative results and save it from the specter of relegation to the second division. The ambitious plan includes the management's intention to recruit 11 new players during the current winter transfer window to bolster the team's ranks with experienced players and promising young talents capable of making the necessary technical difference, with the aim of returning "The Knights" to their rightful place among the top clubs of the Saudi Professional League.
This fervent desire for change faces a major obstacle: seven cases filed against the club at FIFA, which are preventing the registration of new players. Reports indicate that intensive efforts and ongoing coordination are underway with the Ministry of Sports to find urgent solutions to this financial and legal dilemma. It is hoped that government support will help resolve the seven cases, thus opening the door for the club to register new players and salvage the season before it's too late.
Rosmir begins the difficult task
On the technical and field fronts, Bosnian coach Rusmir has officially begun his tenure with the team, preparing for his first official test this coming Saturday against Al-Adalah in Al-Ahsa. The new coach wasted no time, attending the team's recent match against Al-Anwar in the stands, a game that saw Al-Wahda resurgence and secure a valuable 3-1 victory. This win boosted the team's morale and propelled them to 15th place with nine points, a crucial first step on their long journey towards both survival and promotion.
An artistic reading and a rich history
During his observation of Al-Anwar's match, coach Rossmir meticulously recorded all technical observations, identifying key weaknesses requiring immediate attention and strengths to be reinforced, in preparation for implementing his tactical approach in the upcoming crucial matches. The coaching and administrative staff are aware that the task ahead is not easy, especially given the fierce competition in the league.
These moves are of paramount importance given the historical significance of Al-Wahda Club, one of the oldest and most prestigious clubs in Saudi Arabia. The fans of Mecca are unwilling to see their team struggling at the bottom of the table or facing the threat of relegation to the second division, which places additional pressure on Hatem Khaymi's administration to succeed in this challenging matter. The stability and strong return of Al-Wahda is not only in the club's best interest but also benefits Saudi football as a whole, given the club's large fan base and its rich history of producing stars who have represented the national teams.
