Al-Ittihad fans have urged French coach Laurent Blanc to rest the team's key players who have participated the most since the start of the season, including: Danilo Danilo, Fabinho Tavares, Steven Bergwijn, Moussa Diaby, and Saad Al-Mousa.

The fans believe that giving these players a break in the match against Al-Wehda in the Round of 32 of the King’s Cup would be a wise decision to avoid fatigue that could affect performance in upcoming matches.

Supporters see the match against Al-Wehda as an ideal opportunity to give substitutes valuable minutes on the field, especially since the next match against Al-Nasr for the top of the league will take place just 72 hours after the cup match.

Fan opinions pointed out that the continuous pressure on key players could lead to a decline in physical fitness and an increased likelihood of injuries, which could put the team in a difficult position during major competitions.

The fans did not hide their concern about the impact of the busy schedule on Al-Ittihad's readiness, emphasizing that the match against Al-Nasr is a crucial turning point in the league campaign, requiring the team to enter with the best possible physical and technical formation.

The final decision remains in the hands of coach Laurent Blanc, who faces a challenge in balancing the preservation of the core team while ensuring qualification in the cup, alongside meeting the fans' aspirations.