The players were determined to secure the win, especially after losing points in previous matches in the final minutes. In contrast, Kalba's Iranian midfielder, Saman Ghoddos, stated that his team was unlucky to lose to Al Jazira, having missed the chance to secure three points or at least a draw. He added: 'We played a good match, but we weren't lucky. The manager gave me the trust and motivation to fight and score more goals to help the team.' He also said: 'Al Jazira showed a different spirit during the match and delivered a remarkable attacking performance throughout the game. We need to think about the future and try to adjust the team's position in the league table.' Al Jazira's winger, Omar Traore, ended a 446-day goal drought by scoring his team's first goal in the match against Kalba yesterday, in the 16th round of the UAE Pro League, which ended in favor of 'Pride of Abu Dhabi' with a 2-1 score. Traore said in a press statement: 'Hard work in training was the reason for my strong performance from the moment I stepped onto the pitch.' He added: 'Scoring from the first touch gives any player a huge mental boost. The loss is painful and completely undeserved.'
