Brazilian coach André Jardine, head coach of Shabab Al Ahli, expressed his satisfaction with the team’s preparations during the pre-season, confirming that the players are ready to face Khorfakkan in the opening match of the ADNOC Pro League.
Jardine said: “We are very pleased with the work we have done during the pre-season. Everyone is ready to deliver a performance that reflects the stature and reputation of Shabab Al Ahli from the very first match. We know that this club is accustomed to winning trophies, and our goal is to continue on that path and achieve better results than last season.”
He added: “We are working to build a strong team. We have a good mix of experienced players and young talents, while having players from different footballing backgrounds gives us important options and helps us continue developing the team.”
He continued: “My ambition is always to compete for trophies. Motivation and passion are the foundation for achieving our goals. The league is an important opportunity to demonstrate our quality, and we have the desire to fight and compete for every title we are involved in.”