Belgian player Christian Benteke expressed his happiness with his first appearance for Al-Wahda during the team's match against Al-Ain in the 13th round of the ADNOC Pro League. He noted that the matchday atmosphere reminded him of his previous matches with Liverpool against Everton in the 'Merseyside derby'. Benteke stated that he is excited for the upcoming phase with Al-Wahda and looks forward to delivering strong performances that will contribute to achieving positive results and adding to the club's journey. He explained that the draw was an important gain, considering the difficult conditions of the match. Playing for long periods with ten men against a strong team like Al-Ain posed significant challenges. The scenario required high focus and mental clarity, and the point the team earned is valuable and can be built upon in the coming rounds. The Belgian striker mentioned that this match was his official first appearance for Al-Wahda, describing the experience as encouraging on both technical and psychological levels. He emphasized his need for time to regain full physical fitness and achieve greater harmony with his teammates. Benteke spoke about the growing understanding with striker Omar Khribine, considering their early communication a positive indicator for the team's attacking potential in the future.
