The Brazilian defender Roger Ibanez, a professional with Al-Ahli Saudi Club, expressed his great optimism about the start of the new season, confirming that the team is working diligently in the external training camp to present a better season than the previous one and to meet the fans' aspirations.

Ibanez said in video statements published by the club's official account on Thursday evening: "It's a good start to the season; it's wonderful for everyone to start together. Some players are still on vacation, but the team will be complete in the coming days, and we will begin actual work soon."

The 26-year-old added: "I am very excited to return; we are working with high seriousness, and we will come back stronger than last season. The fans represent an additional player for us, and I thank them for their continuous support, and we will fight for everything this season."

Regarding his personal life during the camp, Ibanez said: "Every day I talk to my wife and children, even if for a short time. There is a time difference between here and Brazil that makes things difficult sometimes, but it doesn't prevent me from communicating. My family is the greatest thing I have, and they are my source of strength and constant motivation."