Kuwait coach: We trust in our development and aim for a strong start against Saudi Arabia

The Kuwait national team is armed with great confidence ahead of their match against Saudi Arabia in the opening of the FIFA World Cup 27 in Jeddah, after Portuguese coach Helio Souza confirmed the development of his team and their readiness to compete in the tournament with clear ambitions.

Souza, the head coach of the Kuwait national team, explained that the preparation period, which began on September 7, has gone positively and included friendly matches. He praised the atmosphere in Jeddah, the hospitality, and the availability of necessary facilities.

The Kuwait national team is focusing on a long-term project to build a competitive squad for the AFC Asian Cup, while developing their playing style and enhancing a winning mentality to deal with various opponents.

Souza emphasized that the difference in international rankings does not concern him, stating that his focus is on development on the pitch. He acknowledged the experience gap against teams like Saudi Arabia and Iraq.

Fahad Al-Hajeri has confirmed that Kuwait's usual goal in the FIFA World Cup is to compete for the title, pointing out the Blue's ability to match Saudi Arabia and achieve a positive result despite the difficulty of the opening match.

Fahad Al-Hajeri recalled Saudi Arabia's historic victory over Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2022, emphasizing that football does not always adhere to expectations. He also praised the warm reception in Jeddah and Kuwait's eagerness for a successful tournament.