ِAl Dhafra club’s Montenegrin head coach Željko Petrović underlined the importance of the upcoming fixture against Ittihad Kalba FC this Thursday in Matchweek 18 of the UAE Pro League.

Speaking at the pre-match press conference held on Tuesday evening at the press conference hall of Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan Stadium, in the presence of first-team player Ibrahim Bayesh, Petrović confirmed that the squad is fully prepared for the challenge and ready to compete with a high fighting spirit.

Al Dhafra coach stressed that the players are fully aware of the significance of the match at this stage of the season, emphasizing that maximum effort is required from everyone to defend the club’s badge and identity.

He also added that teamwork and full concentration on the pitch will be key to securing a positive result, noting that he is not considering any alternative scenario.

Petrović also revealed that some tactical adjustments to the starting lineup may be made depending on the flow of the game, reiterating his confidence in his players’ readiness to rise to the occasion.

For his part, Al Dhafra Iraqi player Ibrahim Bayesh anticipated a strong contest against a side that possesses quality players, stating that preparations have gone well. He also affirmed the team’s determination to deliver their best performance on the field, highlighting that the technical staff has devised the appropriate game plan for the encounter.

The Iraqi international pl concluded by expressing his hope that the team will secure all three points and called on the club’s supporters to attend and back the players from the stands, underlining the significant boost their presence provides on matchday.