Al Dhafra head coach Alen Horvat says his team is determined to secure a positive result against Al Wahda in their upcoming fixture, despite facing a strong opponent.

Speaking at the pre-match press conference on Friday evening at Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan Stadium in Zayed City, Horvat stressed the importance of maintaining a strong work ethic and giving maximum effort in every game, regardless of the opponent’s position or level.

The Croatian coach praised his players for their commitment in training, saying they have been giving 100 percent throughout the week.

“I’m happy and confident with the way the players are working. They are showing great commitment in training and giving everything they have,” Horvat said.

While acknowledging Al Wahda’s quality, Horvat insisted that Al Dhafra would approach the game with confidence and aim to produce a strong performance and positive result.

He urged his players to show their true character on the pitch, believe in their abilities and make the most of their potential.

Horvat also called on Al Dhafra supporters to get behind the team and provide their backing during what promises to be a challenging encounter, highlighting the important role the fans can play in motivating the players.

Meanwhile, Al Dhafra captain Abdullah Al Karbi said the players are eager to show their character on the pitch and deliver a performance worthy of the club’s name and stature.

Al Karbi said the team had enjoyed a productive week of training, with the players maintaining a high level of focus as they prepare for the match.

The captain expressed hope that the upcoming fixture would represent a turning point and the true beginning of Al Dhafra’s season.

He also called on the club’s supporters to attend the match and support the team from the stands, stressing that their presence and encouragement could provide a major boost to the players at this stage of the season.