Analysts previously noted that the national team might be affected by fatigue and the immense physical effort exerted by the players, in addition to injuries, especially given that the rest periods between matches are very short. Abdulrahman Masfar explained that the team's improved performance resulted from a high level of cohesion among players, few errors in the defensive line, and the standout performance of several players, led by goalkeeper Hamad Al-Maqbali. He emphasized that teamwork is the key to overcoming the strong Moroccan team. He pointed out that the team played well even in the first match against Jordan, despite the 2-1 loss and finishing the match with ten players after the expulsion of Khalid Al-Zuhani. The players have become more cohesive from one match to the next, showing a clear evolution in their playing style. Masfar also confirmed that the level of substitute players was also good, and they provided distinguished technical performances despite the absences in the squad, praising Al-Maqbali who covered for the main goalkeeper Khaled Eissa and solidified his status as a reliable keeper for major tournaments.
"Nothing is Impossible with Willpower"
Former international player Faisal Khalil stated that although the team's task seems difficult against a strong team like Morocco, nothing is impossible in football as long as there is a strong will. He believes that since the team was able to compete with strong teams in the tournament like Egypt, Algeria, and Jordan, it is undoubtedly capable of continuing its journey in the same spirit to reach the final and please the UAE fans.
"Our Goal is the Championship"
Sports administrator and analyst Juma Al-Abdullahi said that the goal of the UAE sports community is for the national team to return from Doha with the championship title. He is confident that the team can achieve this dream and compensate the fans for not qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. Al-Abdullahi noted that the team's technical level has been on the rise, and "The Whites" (the team's nickname) are among the best teams in the tournament thanks to the strong performance they have delivered in every match.
Factors for the Team's Success in the Arab Cup:
• High cohesion among players from match to match. • High self-confidence among players. • Few errors, especially in the defensive line. • The outstanding performance of several players, led by goalkeeper Hamad Al-Maqbali. • The strong desire to compensate for the failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
They pointed out that the team deserved to win against the defending champions, Algeria, and advance to the semi-finals. They stated that the significant improvement in the team's performance during the tournament, especially the distinguished level against Algeria, was the result of several technical factors, the most prominent of which is the high cohesion among players. Analysts said that the path to the championship will not be easy, but it is not impossible as long as there is strength, determination, and persistence.
Outstanding Performance and Warnings About Fatigue
Formerly, the national team's former head coach and analyst Dr. Abdullah Masfar confirmed that the team's performance was distinguished during the tournament by significant progress, especially in the last match against Algeria. Sports experts stated that teamwork and high fighting spirit are the national team's weapon in the upcoming match against Morocco tomorrow in the Arab Cup semi-final in Doha.
