The Portuguese Danilo Pereira, a defender for Al-Ittihad, revealed intriguing details about his team's 1-1 draw against Al-Hilal in the Saudi Roshn League Clasico, highlighting the decisive impact of coach Sergio Conceição's instructions during the match.

Pereira pointed out that Conceição emphasized before and during the match the need to adhere to the team's usual style, urging the players not to hesitate or fear the pressure of the game, which was reflected in their performance in the second half.

The Portuguese defender pointed out that the coaching staff noticed a relative slowdown in Al-Hilal's style of play, which Al-Ittihad exploited through quick transitions and counterattacks to gradually impose their superiority.

He confirmed that those instructions gave the players an important morale boost, especially after the early expulsion that disrupted the plans, indicating that mental resilience was a decisive factor in achieving a positive result.

Pereira added that Conceição's experience helped calm the atmosphere on the field and reduce the threat of Al Hilal's attack while maintaining tactical discipline until the final whistle.

Danilo Pereira is considered one of the standout European signings this season, as his precise positioning and defensive discipline have contributed to supporting the team during tough matches, affirming the team's ability to confidently and steadily compete with the top teams in the Roshan League.