Doha: Palestinian coach Ehab Abu Jazar expressed his joy over the win against Qatar (1-0) in the opening match of the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 held in Al Bayt Stadium. In a post-match conference, the coach stated that his team dealt well with the match through great defense and fast transitions.
According to Qatar News Agency, Abu Jazar added that facing Qatar, one of the best teams in Asia, in their homeland made the match more challenging and the win more meaningful. The Palestinian coach explained that their goal is to focus on each match at a time, and this major win opens the door for a real chance in qualifying for the next stage.
Abu Jazar concluded stating that the Palestinian team dealt with the face-off with patience and a clear tactical approach, which resulted in the positive outcome. On his part, the best player winner, Mohamed Saleh, said that they entered the field with eagerness to win and great focus as they were aware of the tough face-off against Qatar.
The results of the win will surlily have a positive impact on Palestine's run in the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 as it aims to go far and achieve the best possible outcomes, he added.