Baghdad - INA
Coach and technical analyst Jamal Ali emphasized that the national team players must enter matches with a winning mentality, regardless of the opponent's strength. He stressed that football disregards theoretical differences when coupled with willpower and fighting spirit.
Ali told the Iraqi News Agency (INA): "The results of the current tournament have proven the ability of teams to create surprises," citing Ghana's draw with England, despite the technical and historical differences between the two teams.
He added, "The Senegalese national team is a strong team, and while it may not reach the level of France, it is no less powerful than Norway, against whom Senegal played a balanced match and almost secured a draw. This confirms that the upcoming match will be difficult and will require a high level of concentration from the players."
Ali pointed out that "the fighting spirit and determination shown by the national team players in their last match are the most important factors for achieving a respectable performance," noting that "performance and discipline on the field must be the priority, while the result will naturally follow from what the players offer."
Ali concluded by affirming that "the national team has the ability to deliver a strong performance against Senegal," expressing his confidence that the team will not be an easy opponent if the players maintain the spirit of challenge and determination they displayed in previous matches.
