Shabab Al Ahli coach Paulo Sousa expressed his happiness to be part of the development of Emirati football through the Emaar Super Cup, which pits his team against Al Wasl tomorrow at Al Maktoum Stadium.
“I am happy to contribute to the development of Emirati football by participating in the Emaar Super Cup. I hope we can achieve this season what Al Wasl achieved last season,” Sousa said during the pre-match press conference.
Speaking about his goals for tomorrow’s match, Sousa added, “We are looking in tomorrow’s match against Al Wasl to establish our identity and present our ideas. Our preparations for the Emaar Super Cup have been good, and we must enter the match with high-level performance and teamwork.”
Sousa praised the time he has spent living in the UAE, describing it as a rich experience. “Living in the UAE has been an enriching experience due to its remarkable social and cultural harmony,” he said.
Shabab Al Ahli player Luka Milivojevic also spoke about the significance of the match, calling the Emaar Super Cup a grand and significant occasion. “The Emaar Super Cup is a very big match for me. It feels like a grand celebration, and everyone aspires to be part of such an event,” he said.
Milivojevic emphasized that the team’s preparations are similar to any other match but noted that their approach adapts to the specific opponent. “Our preparations for this match are like any other, but the game plan and style are adapted to the team we face,” he explained.
The player also highlighted the competitive nature of the cup finals. “For us as football players, a match like the Emaar Super Cup is highly competitive. Every player dreams of being part of such a monumental occasion. It’s a cup final,” he said.
Milivojevic reflected on his experience with Dubai, describing the city’s impressive development. “I visited Dubai for the first time 12 years ago, and comparing then to now, the progress is astonishing. Dubai is one of the best places in the world,” he concluded.
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