Doha:Al Shamal and Al Sailiya coaches addressed the media in anticipation of their Week 9 matchup in the 2026-2027 season of the Doha Bank Stars League.

According to Qatar News Agency, Al Shamal manager David Prats emphasized the challenges posed by a strong Al Sailiya side, despite their current league standings. He stressed the importance of playing with intensity and focusing on details to secure a positive result. Al Shamal player Abdullah Al Ahrak remarked on the necessity of winning to end their recent dry spell and acknowledged the difficulty of facing Al Sailiya.

On the other hand, Al Sailiya coach Majdi Siddiq spoke about the team's efforts to regain confidence and determination, highlighting the focus on technical and physical preparation. Al Sailiya player Mohab Eissa expressed the squad's eagerness to reflect their hard work in training through a strong performance on the pitch.