Coach Qattan Jathir confirmed in exclusive statements to Al-Rabia Sports Channel, that the national team is experiencing a positive period under the supervision of Australian coach Graham Arnold, emphasizing the importance of benefiting from this phase before entering the Asian playoff qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.

Jathir said: "The national team is going through a good phase with coach Arnold, and we aspire for the situation to improve in the upcoming Asian playoff. The team is moving forward steadily, and we hope to continue on this path to achieve the greater goal of reaching the World Cup."

He added: "The coaching staff is on the right track, both in terms of consistency in the lineup and technical stability, which enhances our team's chances of reaching the World Cup. The presence of a clear vision from the coach and the commitment from the players has positively reflected on the performance on the field."

Jathir indicated that the harmony between the players and professionals has become more evident in recent matches, noting that the coaching staff is trying to make use of all available resources, while focusing on improving the physical and technical aspects in preparation for the upcoming challenges.

He concluded by saying: "We trust the players' ability to deliver high levels in the playoffs, and we call on our loyal fans to support the team as they always have, because their support will be the biggest motivation to achieve the dream of qualification."