Baniyas held its pre-match press conference ahead of the upcoming clash against Al Dhafra in the opening round of the ADIB Cup, with head coach Hassan Al Abdooli and player Saviour Godwin addressing the media.

Al Abdooli: The ADIB Cup is an important competition and we aim to make a positive start against Al Dhafra

Hassan Al Abdooli confirmed Baniyas’ readiness for the upcoming match, stressing the importance of delivering a strong performance and making a positive start to the competition.

“As you know, this will be our first match in the ADIB Cup, and we attach great importance to this competition. The club management is also determined to see the team perform in a manner that reflects the name and ambitions of Baniyas,” Al Abdooli said.

He added:

“This competition is important to us, just like the other domestic competitions we participate in, including the ADNOC Pro League and the President’s Cup. We always aim to give our best in every competition.”

Godwin: We are ready and our goal is to win

Saviour Godwin confirmed the team’s readiness for the upcoming match against Al Dhafra, stressing that the players are fully focused and determined to produce a strong performance and secure victory.

“This is an important match for us, and I feel that all the players are ready. We have worked well during the recent period, and our aim is to implement the coaching staff’s instructions on the pitch in the best possible way,” Godwin said.

He added:

“We have the confidence and determination to deliver a strong performance. Our objective is clear: to win the match and achieve the result we are aiming for.”

Godwin continued:

“Everyone within the team understands the importance of the match. There is a strong desire to give our best and continue working together as one team to achieve our objective.”

He concluded:

“I will give everything I have for the team, and I hope I can score, contribute to the victory, and make the Baniyas fans happy.”