Doha: Relegation threatened Al Khor are aiming to pick the maximum number of points in the remaining three matches of the QNB Stars League (QSL).
In the Week 20 match, coach Nassif Al Bayawi’s side, who have 18 points, take on Qatar SC, who have one point extra.
Coach Bayawi is treating each of the three matches as a ‘final’.
“Each of the remaining games is considered a final. We must get three points against Qatar SC. Only if we collect maximum points from these three matches can we ensure our survival in the First Division,” Bayawi said on the eve of the match.
Al Khor won their last round match against Al Sailiya and Bayawi is hoping his boys maintain the winning streak.
“The victory over Al Sailiya last week was a strong motivation to continue the difficult journey. The players have the determination to beat Qatar SC and get full points.” “Qatar SC have improved significantly in the second phase of QNB Stars League. They could gain a lot of points and thus moved away from the danger zone.
“We know the strengths and weaknesses of Qatar SC. I am a realistic coach even though I don’t want to play to lose.
“The relationship among members of our squad helps us remain concentrated at this difficult stage of the league,” said Al Bayawi.
Qatar SC coach Abdullah Mubarak expressed confidence that his team will rise to the challenge.
“Very crucial match. We are well aware of the fact that Al Khor will look to build on their victory over Al Sailiya last week. But I am confident my players will come out with a positive result as we are targeting victory in all the remaining games.
“My team is fully ready to put up a strong performance. We are more focused than ever on collecting three points. We do respect Al Khor, but we play only to win.
“I am satisfied with the results we have had recently, and I am proud to be the coach of Qatar SC. We should not take risks against Al Khor,” said Abdullah.
In the other match today, Al Ahli take on Al Markhiya.
Coach George Jorge side has 22 points while Al Markhiya are at the bottom with just nine points.
