The team is scheduled to face the Iraqi Al Shorta team at the Azadi Stadium in Tehran on Monday. Currently, Esteghlal ranks eighth, and is the last qualified position, and needs victories in their last match to progress, Tehran Times said.
“The match against Shorta is very important to us,” stated by his choice. “We have a strong opportunity to move forward in the Champions League elite.” He added: “After we beat the Gosistan in the Football League in Iran, the team’s shape improved, and the players are technically and mentally ready for this important game.”
He also emphasized, “Every match represents unique challenges for Calcal. We are very excited about this meeting with the Short, and we look forward to the game.”
He confessed to his choice of the expectations of the unparalleled season, saying: “We aim to make our fans happy. During my state as a coach, I noticed professionalism and friendship between the players; they are working like a family, and improving a week after a week.”
He said that highlighting the importance of the next game, “tomorrow, we aim to show our potential as a major team, which indicates that we have changed and we are obligated to a bright future.”
He pointed out that “Esteghlal fans deserve better results. Even the major clubs like Manchester United are testing rough spots, but this does not exempt satisfaction; we are working hard to improve.”
“The new players have already shown their quality in their first match, a promising sign of our campaign.”
MNA