Fahad Shanin: Al-Sadd won’t be satisfied with just one title

Al-Sadd and Qatar national team player Fahad Shanin, who is currently on loan at Belgian side Eupen, believes the upcoming clash between Al-Sadd and Al-Rayyan in the Emir Cup final will be an ‘intense’ game, considering the quality of the two sides.

Speaking to the media on the sidelines of Al-Sadd’s training session on Tuesday, Shanin said: “It’s a win for both teams to reach the final and get the opportunity to meet HH the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani.”

“Of course, Al-Sadd won’t be satisfied with one title. Everyone’s eyes are on the presitigious Cup and we know that Al-Rayyan will be ready as they too want the Cup,” said Shanin.

“This is the first time I am visiting the team in three years. I came to support my friends on the pitch before the important game.”

Shanin also spoke of his yearly loan renewal to Eupen and the lack of confirmation regarding the coming season. He said that he is awaiting talks with the club in order to decide to continue the loan or to return to Al-Sadd.

As for his performance with Eupen, Shanin said: “I got the second best player award last season. My experience has helped me improve wholly.”

He went on to conclude: “I wish Al-Sadd good luck in the final in order to fulfil the hopes of the fans and win the title.”