First team resumes training after the break

The Al-Sadd football first team resumed daily training on Sunday morning at the 2016/17 preseason training camp, which is being held at the Austrian town of Kaprun.

The team had taken a day off for a break following a period of vigorous training at the camp that had started from the 16th of July.

Intense session in the morning 

The coaching staff, led by head coach Jesualdo Ferreira, focused on the tactical aspects during the morning session which kicked off at 9:30 AM. The players practiced quick movement and play while being pressured by an opponent in small areas. This session was followed by running exercises.

Alejandro pays a visit 

Meanwhile, the base hotel of the team, Tauern Spa Hotel, was visited by former Al-Sadd first team fitness coach Alejandro Valenzuela. The Uruguayan, who is currently working with the Al-Hilal (KSA) team, met with the players and the coaches.

Another session in the evening 

The second session of the day in the evening saw the implementation of the physical module, in addition to a focus on technical skills with the ball. The session began with the warmup routine before the players moved on to skill drills.

This was followed by tactical training and then a very competitive practice match between the players.

Al-Kass channel covers the training session

The session on Sunday witnessed TV coverage from the Al-Kass Channel, who held interviews with the coaches and a number of players.