Al-Kholoud Clinches Victory, Coach Sparks Debate Over Title Contenders
Table of Contents
- 1. Al-Kholoud Clinches Victory, Coach Sparks Debate Over Title Contenders
- 2. Controversial Statements from Al-Kholoud’s Coach
- 3. Acknowledging Victory’s Strength
- 4. Call for Greater Support for Smaller Clubs
- 5. What are Al-Kholoud’s ambitions for the rest of the season, considering their current position in the league?
- 6. Exclusive: Interview with Al-Kholoud Coach Noureddine Bin zakari
- 7. Celebrating a Hard-Fought Win
- 8. Title Contenders: An Unpopular Opinion
- 9. Support for Smaller Clubs: A Plea for Equity
- 10. Al-Kholoud’s Ambitions: Aiming for the Top Seven
Al-Kholoud Club secured a crucial victory over Al-Wahda on Wednesday evening, defeating them 1-0 in the 21st round of the Roshen League. Mezziana Molida scored the lone goal of the match in the 20th minute of the first half, setting the stage for an exciting finish. The second half saw no changes to the scoreline, leaving Al-Kholoud with a hard-fought win.
Controversial Statements from Al-Kholoud’s Coach
In the post-match press conference, Al-Kholoud’s coach, Noureddine Bin Zakari, made headlines with his bold statements regarding the league title contenders. “We achieved a tough and important victory, we were fighting to stay, but now we have the ambition to reach the first seven positions,” Bin Zakari declared.
When questioned about the title race, he asserted, “eternity is not one of the teams nominated to win the title, we cannot be compared to clubs such as Al Hilal or Al-Ittihad, as they are the only clubs to achieve the title this season.”
Bin Zakari further fueled the debate by excluding Al-Nasr from the list of potential champions. “Victory, Al-Qadisiyah, and Al-Ahly are not among the candidates for the league title in my view, to be realistic, the competition is currently confined between Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad only,” he stated.
Acknowledging Victory’s Strength
Despite his seemingly dismissive stance on other clubs, Bin Zakari acknowledged victory’s potential. “Victory is a strong team and has all the possibilities to compete for local and continental titles,” he conceded.
Call for Greater Support for Smaller Clubs
The coach also expressed a desire for change in the league’s support structure. “I hope next season there will be greater support for small clubs such as eternity, which will contribute to increasing competitiveness in the league,” he pleaded. Bin Zakari emphasized the need for a more equitable distribution of resources. “Support should not be exclusive to certain clubs,” he stressed.
Concluding his remarks,Bin Zakari reaffirmed his team’s ambition. “Our ambition to end the season in the first seven positions, and we will work to achieve this with our available capabilities,” he stated, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to his team’s success.
This victory propelled Al-Kholoud to 25 points, securing them the 11th position on the league table.Meanwhile, Al-Wahda remained at the bottom with 13 points.
The end of the match Eternity reaches point 25 after beating Al-Wahda, with a goal without a response#Rosen_Archin_ #Eternity_Meomota#Tour_Sthesses | #SSC pic.twitter.com/BsT9CgTmJp
— SSC (@ssc_sports) Febuary 22, 2025
The Roshen League continues to deliver thrilling matches and unexpected twists. With the season approaching its climax, the race for the title promises to be an enthralling battle.
What are Al-Kholoud’s ambitions for the rest of the season, considering their current position in the league?
Exclusive: Interview with Al-Kholoud Coach Noureddine Bin zakari
In an exclusive interview with Archyde, Al-Kholoud’s Coach Noureddine Bin Zakari discusses their recent victory, his thoughts on the title race, and his plea for greater support for smaller clubs in the Roshen League.
Celebrating a Hard-Fought Win
Archyde: Coach, congratulations on your team’s 1-0 victory over Al-Wahda. can you share your thoughts on the match?
Noureddine Bin Zakari: Thank you. It was indeed a tough and critically important victory. Our team fought well to secure the three points, and I’m proud of their resilience. Mezziana Molida’s goal was crucial in securing the win.
Title Contenders: An Unpopular Opinion
Archyde: In the post-match conference, you shared some controversial views on the title contenders. What made you express these views?
Noureddine Bin Zakari: I believe in being realistic and honest. While every team wants to win, we must acknowledge the strengths of certain clubs. Al Hilal and Al-Ittihad have shown remarkable form this season. As for Al-Nasr, Victory, Al-Qadisiyah, and Al-Ahly, while they are strong teams, they face stiff competition from the two leaders.
Archyde: Do you think your comments might have sparked unwanted drama in the league?
Noureddine Bin Zakari: Only time will tell. My aim was not to cause drama but to encourage constructive discussions about the league’s balance and competitiveness.
Support for Smaller Clubs: A Plea for Equity
Archyde: You’ve advocated for greater support for smaller clubs. Why do you believe this is crucial for the league?
Noureddine Bin Zakari: An equitable distribution of resources would make the league more competitive and exciting.Smaller clubs like Al-Kholoud and Al-Wahda deserve the same opportunities to grow and challenge the bigger teams. This would ultimately benefit the league as a whole.
Al-Kholoud’s Ambitions: Aiming for the Top Seven
Archyde: Considering your team is currently in 11th position, what are your ambitions for the rest of the season?
Noureddine Bin Zakari: Despite our current position, we still aim to finish in the top seven. We will continue to work hard,pushing ourselves to improve with each match.
Archyde: Thank you, Coach bin Zakari, for your time and insightful comments. We wish Al-Kholoud all the best for the remainder of the season.
