Al Ain striker and Moroccan international Soufiane Rahimi reflected on his team's victory over Dibba in the UAE President's Cup quarterfinals. The footballer noted that the support of his teammates helped him overcome the disappointment of losing in the Africa Cup of Nations final.
The match, held at Rashid Stadium in Dubai, ended with a 3-0 victory for Al Ain. Rahimi scored a brace, netting goals in the 53rd and 79th minutes, while Laba Kodjo added another goal. This result secured Al Ain's spot in the tournament's semi-finals.
After the match, Rahimi shared his emotions: "I am happy to be back on the scoresheet. I want to thank my teammates, the coaching staff, and the fans for their support. Now I am focused on making up for the missed time from the first half of the season." He also highlighted the importance of continuing his strong form.
The player paid special tribute to his father, who was present in the stands despite being ill. Rahimi mentioned that his father's presence gives him extra motivation.
The striker emphasized that the team remains ambitious despite reaching the cup semi-final and performing well in the league. According to him, the players are already focused on the upcoming challenges.
