Xavi: Happy with the performance and the result

Al-Sadd head coach Xavi Hernandez expressed his delight after his side’s 7-1 win over Al-Shahaniya in Week 2 of the QNB Stars League.

Speaking at the post-match press conference, Xavi said: “I am very happy with the performance and the huge result. We excelled in the first half and scored six goals. In the second half, Al-Shahaniya defended well and prevented us from scoring more.”

He added: “We are still at the start of the season. We are on the top but it’s just the beginning and we must continue in order to reach our objectives.”

Xavi also said: “I have a lot of confidence in all the players, including Jung Woo-young who always gives good performances. Mistakes can always happen in football. Jung helps us start attacks with his great passes.”

Asked about the change of position for Khoukhi Boualem, Xavi said: “Khoukhi is a versatile player; he can play in many positions. I am very happy with him. Today, he scored a beautiful goal.”

“I wanted to take off Khoukhi, Abdelkarim and Akram in order to give them some rest. I am really happy with all the players in the team and I am very lucky to have them.”

Finally, the coach also spoke about Hassan Al-Haydos, who scored his 100th goal for the club. “I am delighted that Al-Haydos scored his 100th goal. Congratulations to him. He is an example for all the players. He is an unbelievable player, the captain of the national team and he always works for the team.”