Rashid Jaber explains reasons for victory over Pakhtakor in Asian elite

In the wake of the valuable victory that Al Quwa Al Jawiya snatched against their guests Pakhtakor of Uzbekistan with a goal to nil at the International Stadium in Baghdad in the AFC Champions League.

Oman coach Rashid Jaber and star player Ruslan Hanoon shared impactful statements reflecting the challenges the Falcons overcame to secure their first three valuable points in the continental journey.

Al Quwa Al Jawiya's manager Rashid Jaber stated in his remarks after the match that the victory was achieved under complicated circumstances and fierce competition against a strong and organized team like Pakhtakor.

The Omani coach explained: "The match was not easy at all; the first half was characterized by caution and seriousness from both sides, and attacking solutions were lacking due to tactical discipline. However, we managed at half-time to correct some mistakes and give the necessary instructions to press more."

Jaber added: "I am very happy with what the players showed in terms of high fighting spirit and discipline throughout the minutes of the match. Our goal was clear, which was to collect the three points to correct our Asian path, and thank God that experience came at the right time through captain Saad Abdul Amir to give us this precious lead that we maintained thanks to the bravery of the defenders."

He concluded by emphasizing that this victory represents a huge morale boost for the entire group, dedicating the win to the loyal Al Quwa Al Jawiya fans who filled the stands and were the biggest motivation for this achievement.

Ruslan Hanoon of Al Quwa Al Jawiya expressed his overwhelming happiness with this important victory, confirming that the team was in urgent need of these three points to regain confidence and assert the presence of the Falcons in the continental tournament.

Hanoun said in his statements: "We entered the match fully aware of the difficulty of the task and the sensitivity of the situation after a rocky start in the tournament, as well as the tough circumstances the club has been facing recently. We have committed as players to give our utmost efforts to please our fans, who accept nothing but victory."

Hanoun explained: "The match was purely tactical and physical, and there was a strong battle in midfield during the first half, but our determination to secure the win made us push hard in the second half until we succeeded in snatching the lead goal. Then we showed the character of a champion team in maintaining the score until the final whistle."

Ruslan Hanoon concluded his remarks by stating: "This victory is just the beginning, and it is the real turning point we were looking for to reorganize ourselves and return strongly to our natural position in the league table. We promise the fans that what is to come will be much better."