Special training for Pedro, Ali Asad and Morteza

Al-Sadd stars Ali Asad, Pedro Miguel and Morteza Pouraliganji underwent special rehabilitation training under the supervision of fitness coach Joao Marcos after missing the Wolves’ win over Al-Duhail in the Sheikh Jassim Cup on Saturday.

Ali Asad had been suffering with a muscle strain following his return from international duty while Pedro Miguel lost consciousness in Qatar’s World Cup qualifier against Syria, after which he was given a week’s rest. As for Iranian defender Morteza Pouraliganji, he had sustained an ankle injury while playing for his country.

The trio underwent various exercises designed to work on their agility, flexibility and balance. They also lifted weights, in addition to working on drills with the ball.